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Future Planning and Legal Advice
A major concern for a carer of a person with disability is how the person they care for will be supported in the future when they are no longer able to provide the love, support and care themselves.
The following links provide information concerning some decisions and issues that you may need to address when planning the future with a person who has Down syndrome.
- Information for Vulnerable Beneficiaries and their parents/carers - This document was provided by Moores Legal law firm.
- The FaHCSIA "Planning for the Future" booklet and website provides information about legal contacts, trusts and many other aspects concerning planning for the future.
- "Securing their future" provides information about enduring powers of attorney, Guardianship and administation and planning for the future.
- The 2010 Law Help Directory is a comprehensive listing of free and low cost legal services in Victoria.
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Last Updated: 27/04/2010