A planning guide for families who have a relative with a learning disability, autism, or both.
(00:55) How can I make sure that my relative’s inheritance doesn't affect their entitlement to benefits and social care?
(03:14) Trusts sound complicated! How should I choose a solicitor?
(04:27) How can I make sure that my relative is kept safe and is properly supported, when I’m not there to keep an eye on things? -
(04:38) Plan ahead & create an emergency plan
(06:52) Involve siblings & other family members
(08:41) Create a circle of support
(09:53) I like the sound of a circle of support, but don’t think I have anyone to ask - do you have any advice for this?
(11:54) I’m undecided about whether to speak about death or sickness to my relative. Can you give me any advice on this?
(14:38) How can I make sure that my relative gets the kind of funeral that I think they would want, even if I am no longer around?
(17:14) If there’s one piece of advice you would give to families, what would it be?
Find all of the resources and links that we mentioned in the film, and more, on our website: goo.gl/U45QLe
29 ноя 2017
