October is both Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Estate Planning Awareness Month!
A perfect time to prioritize your health and future. Take action, protect your loved ones, and plan for what matters most.
October is a month dedicated to raising awareness about both breast cancer and the importance of estate planning, making it the perfect time to focus on health and future security. Breast Cancer Awareness Month emphasizes early detection, education, and support for those affected by this disease. As many people face medical challenges like breast cancer, ensuring that healthcare decisions and family support plans are in place becomes essential.
At the same time, Estate Planning Awareness Month encourages individuals to take steps to safeguard their assets and loved ones through proper legal planning. Estate planning isn’t just for the elderly or wealthy—it’s crucial for anyone who wants to ensure their wishes are carried out, whether related to medical care or financial matters. Critical documents like a will, healthcare directive, and power of attorney provide protection in the event of illness or incapacity.
Secure Your Future: It’s a reminder to create or update essential legal documents like wills, trusts, and powers of attorney, ensuring your wishes are honored and your assets protected.
Protect Your Loved Ones: Proper estate planning helps ease the burden on your family, providing clear guidance on financial and medical decisions.
Healthcare Directives: This month emphasizes the importance of establishing healthcare directives, allowing you to control future medical decisions if you’re unable to communicate them.
5 ways to take action during Breast Cancer Awareness Month:
- Schedule a Screening: Early detection is key. Make an appointment for a mammogram or encourage loved ones to do the same.
- Donate: Contribute to breast cancer research or support organizations that provide resources to patients and survivors.
- Raise Awareness: Share information on social media to educate others about breast cancer risk factors and prevention.
- Volunteer: Offer your time to local organizations or events supporting breast cancer awareness.
- Wear Pink: Show solidarity by wearing pink, the color symbolizing breast cancer awareness.
For those battling breast cancer or other serious illnesses, estate planning offers peace of mind. It ensures that family members are provided for, healthcare decisions reflect your wishes, and financial resources are properly managed. Without an estate plan, your assets may be distributed according to state law, and your loved ones may face confusion or legal challenges when handling your affairs.
This October, consider it an opportunity to prioritize both your health and your future. Schedule regular screenings, seek education on breast cancer prevention and treatment options, and talk to a legal professional about developing or updating your estate plan. Taking these proactive steps allows you to focus on what truly matters—your health, your loved ones, and your peace of mind.
Frame & Frame Attorneys at Law has offices in Annapolis, Pasadena, Frederick, and Stevensville, Maryland. Contact us today to schedule an appointment with an estate planning attorney at Frame & Frame.