At the launch of the Rainbow Rights Toolkit, a resource designed for the LGBTQIA+ community, our director Robert Lempens shared a poignant story. He recounted a scenario where a man in a same-sex relationship injured himself falling off a ladder resulting in him losing capacity to make his own medical decisions. Without having prepared an ACD, the injured man’s family barred his partner from seeing him at the hospital, advocating for his rights and making decisions on his behalf. This story underscored the critical importance of understanding and accessing legal rights and protections, particularly in healthcare and estate planning.
Hear the full story below.
Source: Anthony Caggiano, 2024, ‘Falling off a ladder helps pave the way for LGBTQIA+ retiree ‘toolkit’’, The Senior
For more information on the Rainbow Rights Toolkit, visit: www.cotasa.org.au/rainbow-rights
Robert and our Estates team are experienced in guiding individuals through creating Advance Care Directives (ACDs) and other essential estate planning documents. These services are crucial for ensuring that one’s wishes are respected and legally recognised, especially in times of incapacitation.
If you need assistance with these documents, you can contact us on 8410 0211 for support.
