“Ageing And Legal Issues” Forum Set For Friday

The Peace and Social Justice Committee of the Roman Catholic Church of Bermuda will be hosting its third in the series of ‘Ageing in Bermuda’ forums, this one entitled Ageing and Legal Issues, on Friday, April 8th at 7:30pm at St Theresa’s Church Hall on Laffan Street.

The organisers said, “The presenters for this upcoming forum include barristers, Mrs. Kim Wilson and Mr. John Barritt ; the Executive Officer of Consumer Affairs, Mrs. Karen Marshall; and, Rent Commissioner inspector, Mrs. Dolores Beraldo-Vazquez , all of whom come with a wealth of knowledge and experience on this subject to provide great inquiry, awareness and insight to the listening audience.

“Each Presenter has 10 minutes to discuss the question, followed by a Q & A period from the audience, and finally a group think tank where the listening public gets to offer comments and suggestions or can further address the panelists for more feedback.

“This session’s loaded question is: Legal issues are always a matter of concern for the ageing. Can you explain the difference between a will, living will or healthcare power of attorney and/or other legal term the ageing person needs to know about?

“What, in your opinion, are the major “legal concerns” in Bermuda for ageing persons? What solutions do you recommend, or believe is the greatest asset the ageing population has to protect itself from legal “wrangling” from either individuals or community?

“The Peace and Social Justice Committee have conducted two forums on ageing thus far, the first was on Ageing and Employment and the second on Ageing and Health. These forums have been of great interest to the Bermuda community and continue to build momentum.

“The next in the series, following the Ageing and Legal Issues forum, is one on Ageing and Rest Homes/Eldercare and Ageing and End of Life. All are welcome. Refreshments are served.”

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