Ducks in a Row End of Life Planning 2025

Many of us think that end-of-life planning is only a concern for the elderly. It is, but anyone who has dependents, especially minor children, must also be prepared, just in case. Whether you have children or not, getting your end-of-life plans in place will give you peace of mind and save your loved ones unnecessary stress when the time comes.

If your ducks aren’t lined up, if you aren’t even sure which ducks you need, join the Heritage Society for a three-part program that will give you this important information.

• Wednesday, March 12, church member Dr. Brett Twente will discuss the medical issues related to end-of-life planning and how to prepare a medical power of attorney.
• Wednesday, March 19, attorney and church member Rollie Hansen will discuss wills and probate, financial power of attorney, trusts (including special needs trusts), and Title 19/Medicaid planning.
• Wednesday, March 26, Rev. Dena McPhetres will discuss spiritual aspects, such as how to talk with your loved ones about your final wishes, your beliefs about death and afterlife, your choices for disposition of your body after death, memorial service or funeral plans, and why we procrastinate these conversations.

Each program runs 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. in Max Otto Hall upstairs which has hearing assist devices and is accessible via stairs or elevator. The programs will NOT be live-streamed or recorded. The cost for the three-part series is $30.00. To request a fee waiver, contact Rev. Dena. Unfortunately, we are not able to provide childcare.

REGISTER AT THIS LINK BY MARCH 9.

Reminder: Be sure that one of your ducks is leaving a bequest to First Church. Contact Shari Wright for information on how to do that.