S7 M2 Leaving it to Chance? Estate Planning and Healthcare Proxy Considerations

Topics that make us consider our mortality – such as estate planning and healthcare proxies – are things that many people don’t want to talk or think about. Unfortunately, leaving these things to chance – especially if you’re a solo ager – may result in situations that do not reflect our desires. Join Jess as she explores what happens when someone passes away without a will in Colorado, and what happens if you are not able to advocate for yourself in a medical setting, but don’t have a health care proxy. At the end of this episode, Jess will also provide some resources that make delving into these hidden chapters a little easier and less daunting. Resources Discussed in this Episode:The Conversation ProjectFinancial Empowerment CenterSunshine Home ShareEnd of Life Planning YouTube SeriesMoneyTalks 50+ is brought to you by ElderWatch: a 20+ year collaboration between AARP and the Colorado Attorney General's Office. Our goal is to educate and protect older Coloradans through fraud and financial literacy education. If you or someone you know has experienced fraud or a scam, or is looking for a local financial literacy resource, give us a call! Our phone number is 800-222-4444, select option 2. Our music was created by OfShane. For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/