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Creating ACTIVE Retirement Years (919) 469-4081 57 Legal Essentials (ages 50+ ) Seminars where you will have the opportunity to hear from lawyers, specialists and experts about practical and legal information to protect you and your loved ones. Location: Classroom 302 LIVING WILL WORKSHOP As we age we begin thinking more about our mortality. A living will commonly referred to as an 'Advanced Directive' memorializes your end of life decisions. With the guidance of a NC-licensed attorney this class will explain key terms and decisions under the living will. At the conclusion of this class (at no cost) you will have a signed-witnessed-notarized living will. You must bring valid (i.e. current) photo identification for the notarization. Presented by McCuiston Law Offices, PLLC. 127283 Thu Oct 17 10 a.m.–noon BASICS OF PROBATE What do you do when your spouse or a loved one has passed away? On top of the grief which you experience from your loss, must you now spend countless years going though "probate?" Fortunately, the probate process can be done efficiently and quickly, and often times probate is not even necessary. This presentation will provide advice about how to avoid the probate process through diligent planning and explains the basics of going through probate, should it be necessary. Presented by Tom McCuiston of McCuiston Law. 127267 Fri Oct 4 9:30–10:30 a.m. LEGAL AID Information and assistance about legal issues for ages 60 plus only. You will receive a free 30-minute personal appointment with an attorney to discuss noncriminal legal concerns. Space is limited! Location: Counsel Room 127268 Thu Oct 17 10 a.m.–noon Resources for Seniors ESTATE PLANNING PITFALLS We will address the twelve most common threats to your estate and your family's future. Learn what your options are for creating an estate plan that will provide complete protection. Presented by Jackie Bedard, Law Offices of Carolina Family Estate Planning. 127265 Fri Oct 18 9:30–11 a.m. BASICS OF ESTATE PLANNING What is the difference between "estate planning" and having a will? Do you even need a will? Who will take care of you when you can no longer do so? Do you need a trust? This presentation explains some of the fundamental estate documents and what they accomplish. After attending this presentation, you will understand what a will, power of attorney, and a trust can and cannot do. Presented by Tom McCuiston of McCuiston Law. 127264 Thu Oct 24 6–7 p.m. ESTATE PLANNING Estate planning is an important step you can take to protect the interests of your family. Learn what estate planning entails and how to navigate and understand basic wills, trusts, health care directives and other important legal and administrative documents. Presented by Amy Osborne, Law Offices of Amy Osborne. 127266 Fri Nov 1 9:30–11 a.m.