The Public Trustee of Queensland in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia | Community organisation

The Public Trustee of Queensland

Locality: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 7 3213 9313

Address: 444 Queen Street 4000 Brisbane, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.pt.qld.gov.au

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25.01.2022 Listening Well Really listening to people well involves all of our senses, all of the time. Being listened to is also a really important part of feeling and being safe. https://vimeo.com/334333614... http://bit.ly/AllAbilitiesQLD #disablilityactionweek

24.01.2022 Queensland's Guardianship laws are changing.

24.01.2022 With summer on the way, it’s important to plan ahead and reduce the risk of heat exhaustion or heat-related illness. When things start to heat up, remember: ...Drink water regularly, even if you don’t feel thirsty Wherever possible, avoid going outside during the hottest part of the day (11am-3pm) Try to eat cold foods such as salads and fruit rather than protein-heavy foods that could raise body heat and increase fluid loss Always have a hat and sunscreen handy if going outdoors Use fans and air-conditioners at home to keep cool, OR try to spend time in air-conditioned public spaces For more information on managing the heat, visit: https://www.getready.qld.gov.au//types-natural-di/heatwave [Image description: A senior lady at home, holding her hands to her head.]

23.01.2022 Want to know about energy and water savings for Queensland seniors? The Energy and Water Ombudsman Qld - EWOQ has outlined the current rebates and concessions, ...along with support available if you have trouble paying your bill. The EWOQ is a free, fair and independent dispute resolution service that can help if you are having issues with your electricity or gas provider. For more information, visit: https://www.ewoq.com.au//articles/energy-and-water-help-fo [Image description: An elderly couple walking hand in hand down a path.]

23.01.2022 With recent cases of COVID-19 recorded, there are changes to restrictions in parts of Queensland. These restrictions include: - Limiting gatherings to a maximu...m of 10 people in homes and public spaces - Restricting visitors to, and residents leaving from, residential aged care and disability accommodation facilities - Restricting visitors in public and private hospitals - Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including face masks and gloves, to treat all patients and residents in hospital emergency departments, aged care facilities and disability accommodation facilities For more information and to check your Local Government Areas restrictions, visit: https://www.covid19.qld.gov.au//roadmap-to-easing-queensla [Image source: Aerial view of people standing apart from each other, with lines connecting them. TEXT: Community Recovery. Know your restrictions.]

23.01.2022 The 'My Home, My Life’ initiative will provide safe fully accessible housing options for people with intellectual disabilities.

22.01.2022 Proud to be the Trustee of QATSIF. Happy NAIDOC Week 2020!

22.01.2022 It’s Mental Health Week! Take time for mental health. With the changes to people’s daily life caused by COVID-19, it’s even more important than ever that we take the time to raise awareness of mental health in 2020, encourage people to take care of themselves, and celebrate wellbeing and recovery in our community. To find out what is happening in your local area visit http://bit.ly/QldMentalHealth #mentalhealthweek

21.01.2022 Creating your Will allows you to clearly state your wishes, outlining how you would like your assets distributed, and who you would like these to go to. You can also name who you would like to administer your estate. You can either write your own Will using a Will kit, have your solicitor write your Will or have your will written by the Public Trustee. Queensland Law Society Find a solicitor: http://bit.ly/FindaSolicitor ... https://www.pt.qld.gov.au/wills/wills-week/ #WillsWeek2020 #WillsWeek #makeyourwishesknown

21.01.2022 10 strange Will bequests Leaving instructions for what should happen to your finances after your death is a serious matter but for some, the temptation to cause mischief or raise a smile from beyond the grave is too much to resist. Queensland Law Society Read more http://bit.ly/10Willbequests ... #WillsWeek2020 #WillsWeek #makeyourwishesknown

21.01.2022 Planning Ahead is as Easy as 1 - 2 3 Step 1 Make your Will Step 2 Make your Enduring Power or Attorney Step 3 Have the conversation with your loved ones... Queensland Law Society Find out more: https://www.pt.qld.gov.au/wills/wills-week/ #WillsWeek2020 #WillsWeek #makeyourwishesknown

21.01.2022 Happy National Carers Week Carers make an enormous contribution to our communities as well as our national economy. Should all carers decide to stop perfo...rming their caring role, it would cost the country $77.9 billion per year to replace those supports that’s over $1.4 billion per week. This year Carers Week may look a little different but we are still running a range of online and face-to-face events to celebrate, including: -Laughter yoga -Resilience workshop -Self-care workshop -Art therapy Join us in celebrating carers and the amazing work you do every single day! Register for any of our National Carers Week events https://bit.ly/36l4MSw #Carers2020 #NCW2020 #WhyWeCare

21.01.2022 Are you getting married or celebrating the birth of a child? Its time to update your Will. An up-to-date Will ensures the most important people in your life are looked after. As a rule, you should change your Will after a significant life event, such as:... Getting married or divorced Buying or selling a home or business Having a child or grandchild Deciding to change the beneficiaries of your Will Deciding to change the executor of your Will Deciding to change the nominated guardian of children who are minors Queensland Law Society http://bit.ly/FindaSolicitor or call us on 1300 360 044 https://www.pt.qld.gov.au/wills/wills-week/ #WillsWeek2020 #WillsWeek #makeyourwishesknown

20.01.2022 Tomorrow we celebrate the achievements and contributions of People with Disability.

20.01.2022 Despite the best efforts of police and media, the unnamed elderly woman who was left on a bench seat outside the Nambour Hospital on September 6, has gone unrec...ognised for over three weeks. Our Chief Executive Mark Tucker-Evans told the Courier Mail this highlights some of the challenges older people face. Particularly if living alone, some of our older people are not connected to their community and can go missing or unfortunately pass away, while nobody is there to notice that they’re missing or gone. Communities need to look out for our elderly. If you recognise this woman or have any have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or use the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting. Quote this reference number: QI2001878107 within the online suspicious activity form. https://www.couriermail.com.au//8b7729df8f4008d7cad4e97c28

20.01.2022 What do Martin Luther King Jr., Bob Marley, Jimi Hendrix and Amy Winehouse have in common? They all died without a Will. Dying without a Will or dying intestate is more common than you think. Its estimated that almost half of the people in Queensland dont have a valid and up-to-date Will. When someone dies without a Will, it can place an unnecessary burden on those they love during a time of grief and loss. Queensland Law Society... Read more http://bit.ly/FamousIcons #WillsWeek2020 #WillsWeek #makeyourwishesknown

20.01.2022 Protect What you love Making or updating your Will is one of the most important things you can do for yourself and your family. A Will can protect your spouse, children and assets by detailing how you would like your estate to be handled. Queensland Law Society To find a local solicitor http://bit.ly/FindaSolicitor or call us on 1300 360 044... #WillsWeek2020 #WillsWeek #makeyourwishesknown

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20.01.2022 Always was, always will be. The Public Trustee is proud to support and celebrate NAIDOC Week 2020. To find out how you can celebrate NAIDOC Week this year visit www.naidoc.org.au #NAIDOCWeek2020

20.01.2022 Congratulations to all of the QCF 2020 Philanthropist of the Year Awards winners

20.01.2022 Be the first to know about properties for sale and auction! Subscribe to our property alert here: http://bit.ly/PTPropertyAlert #realestate #realestateauctions

18.01.2022 Would you like some practical tools to help handle stress, feel calmer and be more self-compassionate? Over six weeks, carers will gain access to our guided m...indfulness exercises, videos on how to apply mindfulness techniques and also have access to a live Q & A session via Zoom. This course is developed by Andy Roberts, our wellbeing partner from Breathe Australia. If you're a carer interested in joining this course, register now!

17.01.2022 Today we celebrate International Day of People with Disability (#IDPwD)! The aim of IDPwD is to increase public awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disabilities while we celebrate their achievements and contributions.

17.01.2022 R U OK? Day 2020 has been a challenging year for everyone and now more than ever is important for us all to stay connected. R U OK DayThis years message is: Theres more to say after R U Ok?... You dont have to be an expert to keep the conversation going when someone says theyre not OK. Just by knowing what to say we can make a really positive difference to their life. There are several ways we can encourage these conversations and share the message with our community. Learn what to say after R U OK? https://bit.ly/33bxqT2 #thereismoretosay #RUOKDay #RUOKEveryday

16.01.2022 What does an attorney take care of? An attorney is the person you nominate to manage your affairs. You can nominate a person to manage your financial matters and/or your personal health matters. What does an attorney for financial matters take care of?... Paying your bills; rent, gas, electricity etc. Managing your investments Preparing your tax returns What can an attorney for personal and health matters take care of? Where you live Who you live with Your recreational activities Certain medical decisions, treatment options and medicines @queenslandlawsociety #WillsWeek2020 #WillsWeek #makeyourwishesknown

16.01.2022 Have the Talk Advance life planning is often something thats considered only for people in their later years of life but the reality is that no one can predict what the future holds. Making your wishes known helps to ease the burden for your loved ones during stressful and difficult times, it reduces the chances of conflict amongst family and loved ones, and helps to protect them from potentially long and costly court processes. Queensland Law Society... https://www.pt.qld.gov.au/wills/wills-week/ #WillsWeek2020 #WillsWeek #makeyourwishesknown

16.01.2022 Have you had the Talk? You dont have to be ill to start advance care planning (ACP). Advance care planning ensures that, your family, friends and/or carer know what your health and care wishes really are. @queenslandlawsociety https://www.youtube.com/watch Find a local solicitor http://bit.ly/FindaSolicitor or call us on 1300 360 044... https://www.pt.qld.gov.au/wills/wills-week/

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16.01.2022 There is an old saying that says "You can't pour from an empty bucket" and that is definitely true for parents and carers. We all want to always be there for ...the person we support, so it’s very important that we look after ourselves, including our #mentalhealth. In this video, Dr Luke gives some great tips on how to look after your own mental health as a parent and carer. We also look at what to do if you notice a change in someone you support. #MentalHealthWeek #MentalHealthWeek2020 #NationalCarersWeek #Carers2020

15.01.2022 Hands up if you don t have a Will More than 50 per cent of Queenslanders dont have a valid Will. Just by starting work, you are worth more than you think.... By making your Will, you are ensuring that the right people are provided for after you pass away. Queensland Law Society https://www.pt.qld.gov.au/wills/wills-week/ #WillsWeek2020 #WillsWeek #makeyourwishesknown

15.01.2022 It's Social Inclusion Week!

14.01.2022 Would you like to help somebody this Christmas?

13.01.2022 Its Queensland Wills Week - make your wishes known Would your family know what you want and who youd like to take care of, at a time when you are no longer able to tell them? Whether you have a lot to leave behind or very little, everybody over the age of 18 needs to make sure they have a valid, up-to-date Will and have plans in place for their future care. If you die without a Will (Intestate) your estate may not be distributed the way you would have liked and could add ad...ditional burden on those you love. Queensland Law Society https://www.pt.qld.gov.au/wills/wills-week/ #WillsWeek2020 #WillsWeek #makeyourwishesknown

12.01.2022 Congratulations to Rani Carmichael (Year 12) who has achieved some impressive accolades. This afternoon, Rani was announced as a winner of the Outstanding Abori...ginal and Torres Strait Islander Senior STEM Student Award at the 2020 Peter Doherty Awards for Excellence in STEM Education. Rani intends to use the prize to help fund her tertiary education in the pursuit of becoming a veterinarian. At the end of the ceremony, State High also presented Rani with the Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Foundation's 2020 QATSIF Young Indigenous Leader Award. #DohertySTEMAwards

11.01.2022 Today marks the beginning of National Carers Week (11-17 October). Get involved at www.carersqld.com.au/carers-week.

10.01.2022 As Trustee, the Public Trustee is proud to support the Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Foundation.

10.01.2022 QATSIF's inspirational Chair, Professor Cindy Shannon AM shares her hopes and best wishes for our 2020 QATSIF Graduates.

08.01.2022 In 2021, the Great Endeavour Rally is heading to the Simpson Desert and the ‘rally family’ is looking for 3 passionate explorers with disability to come along f...or the drive of a lifetime. Whether they’re a car lover or have travel dreams, this is a chance for an Endeavour Foundation customer or supported employee to come along and join our group of colourful cars and characters as they journey through the Simpson Desert, and other hidden corners of Outback Australia. There’ll be lessons in history, chances to see incredible wildlife, and no shortage of fun people to meet. For a full breakdown of what it takes to be part of this amazing driving adventure and how to apply, you can download the form to share with your family or support worker: https://fundraise.endeavour.com.au/getasset/5NCOAE

07.01.2022 I am an Executor, what do I do? An Executor is responsible for administering your estate after you pass away. The duties of an executor change depending on the size and complexity of the estate, the relationships, and the number of beneficiaries. Some responsibilities include: locating the Will of the deceased... applying to the Supreme Court for a grant of probate (legal authority to handle the estate) locating and notifying beneficiaries ensuring suitable insurance coverage for assets determining debts and liabilities finalising tax matters providing accounting for the beneficiaries, and defending any legal action against the estate @queenslandlawsociety #WillsWeek2020 #WillsWeek #makeyourwishesknown

07.01.2022 What happens to your digital footprint when you are gone? Your digital presence is any place you may appear to still be after you are, well - not. For most of us this means social media accounts such as Facebook, Instagram etc., as well as email accounts and places where your financial details could be exploited such as PayPal and eBay. Make a list of places you exist: Think about social media accounts, forums, shopping sites and anywhere else. Check your emails and jun...k mail for hints as to places youd need to de-register. Make a list of your usernames and passwords: Its not safe to store this sensitive information just on your hard drive, so look to using a secure online service for this like a digital asset vault. Include instructions for accessing this in your Will: Your Will should contain details of who will be executor to your estate, so within this you can include details of how they can access your digital credentials. Leave instructions on what to do: Many relatives think that a memorial page will be nicer than just deleting you off the face of the web, but do you agree? Make sure you tell them thats what you want and make your wishes known. #WillsWeek2020 #WillsWeek #makeyourwishesknown

07.01.2022 Congratulations to all the 2020 QATSIF graduates from the Public Trustee

06.01.2022 Aunty Ruth Hegarty, QATSIF's much-loved Patron, shares a powerful message for QATSIF's 3000 Year 11 and 12 students. Aunty Ruth especially calls on QATSIF's over 1400 graduating students to "Dream Big", have pride in their culture and to achieve all that they can as our young leaders.

06.01.2022 Who will take care of me when you are gone? #WillsWeek2020 #WillsWeek #makeyourwishesknown

06.01.2022 Check out these Help Sheets providing tips for people living with dementia, their carers, families and friends, and residential and home care providers.

05.01.2022 QCF 2021 grant round is now open!

04.01.2022 Be brave enough to start a conversation that matters! Who will make decisions for you if you cant? A serious illness, disability, or an accident can happen at any time. Losing capacity can be temporary or permanent and doesnt just happen to people who are ageing. ... An enduring power of attorney, is a plan that sets out who you want to step into your shoes and make financial and personal decisions on your behalf if you cant. Queensland Law Society Find a local solicitor http://bit.ly/FindaSolicitor or call us on 1300 360 044 https://www.pt.qld.gov.au/wills/wills-week/ #WillsWeek2020 #WillsWeek #makeyourwishesknown

04.01.2022 Celebrating Disability Action Week This years theme Access-ability making things better for everyone highlights the benefits of improved accessibility, not only for people with disability but also for the whole community. We all benefit when the communities where we live, work, learn and play are inclusive and provide opportunities for everyone to participate and fulfil their potential. http://bit.ly/AllAbilitiesQLD ... #disablilityactionweek

03.01.2022 October is Safe Work Month and we’re supporting Workplace Health and Safety Queensland to raise awareness of the importance of staying safe at work to reduce death, injury and disease. For more information on Safe Work Month visit http://bit.ly/Worksafely2020

03.01.2022 I dont have a WILL.Whats wrong with that? Without a Will your estate may be administered by someone you didnt want to handle your affairs and your assets may be distributed to people you never intended to benefit from your estate. Queensland Law Society In simple terms, a Will lets the Courts know what your intentions are, when you die. A Will can also include a range of requests such as: Providing for children from a previous relationship... Providing for children with special needs Excluding immediate family/ex-partners/de facto/ex-girlfriends/ex-boyfriends Guardianship of your children Assets that do not form part of your estate (such as family trust assets) How to best meet your charitable objectives. Queensland Law Society http://bit.ly/FindaSolicitor or call us on 1300 360 044 https://www.pt.qld.gov.au/wills/wills-week/ #WillsWeek2020 #WillsWeek #makeyourwishesknown

02.01.2022 "Always Was, Always Will Be. Always Was, Always Will Be. recognises that First Nations people have occupied and cared for this continent for over 65,000 years. ...We are spiritually and culturally connected to this country. This country was criss-crossed by generations of brilliant Nations. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people were Australia’s first explorers, first navigators, first engineers, first farmers, first botanists, first scientists, first diplomats, first astronomers and first artists. Australia has the world’s oldest oral stories. The First Peoples engraved the world’s first maps, made the earliest paintings of ceremony and invented unique technologies. We built and engineered structures - structures on Earth - predating well-known sites such as the Egyptian Pyramids and Stonehenge. Our adaptation and intimate knowledge of Country enabled us to endure climate change, catastrophic droughts and rising sea levels. Always Was, Always Will Be. acknowledges that hundreds of Nations and our cultures covered this continent. All were managing the land - the biggest estate on earth - to sustainably provide for their future. Through ingenious land management systems like fire stick farming we transformed the harshest habitable continent into a land of bounty. NAIDOC Week 2020 acknowledges and celebrates that our nation’s story didn’t begin with documented European contact whether in 1770 or 1606 - with the arrival of the Dutch on the western coast of the Cape York Peninsula. The very first footprints on this continent were those belonging to First Nations peoples. Our coastal Nations watched and interacted with at least 36 contacts made by Europeans prior to 1770. Many of them resulting in the charting of the northern, western and southern coastlines of our lands and our waters. For us, this nation’s story began at the dawn of time. NAIDOC 2020 invites all Australians to embrace the true history of this country a history which dates back thousands of generations. It’s about seeing, hearing and learning the First Nations’ 65,000+ year history of this country - which is Australian history. We want all Australians to celebrate that we have the oldest continuing cultures on the planet and to recognise that our sovereignty was never ceded. Always Was, Always Will Be." - NAIDOC.ORG.AU #NAIDOCweek #NAIDOC2020 #NAIDOCWeek2020 #NAIDOC

01.01.2022 Im not old so why do I need a Will? Having a Will is not a matter of age its a matter of good common sense and should be considered by any everyone over the age of 18. Do you have/had a full or part time job?... Its compulsory for your employer to pay superannuation which may have a life insurance attached. It could be up to $200,000. Do you have a car, motorbike, boat, jet-ski, jewellery, tools, pet, electrical gadgets, house, iTunes account? Do you have parents, siblings, grandparents, kids, blended family, partner girlfriend, boyfriend, de facto, no relatives, wife, husband, and mental illness/disability? Do you have an on and off relationship? (Even weeks or months dating or living with them)? Is she/he a partner or friend in YOUR eyes? Do you care for your family or loved ones? Whether someone has died from accidental death, long or short term illness, if they have died without a valid up to date Will, laws will dictate how the estate will be distributed. Wouldnt you want to have a voice if youre not here? Queensland Law Society To find a local solicitor http://bit.ly/FindaSolicitor or call us on 1300 360 044 #WillsWeek2020 #WillsWeek #makeyourwishesknown

01.01.2022 What to consider when making your Will? Things to think about: Property you own... Shares and investments Vehicles (cars, motorbike, boats, caravans etc.) Superannuation / investments Bank accounts / term deposits Other items (art, jewellery etc.) Your wishes in relation to guardianship of any children under the age of 18 Who will care for your pets? Queensland Law Society http://bit.ly/FindaSolicitor or call us on 1300 360 044 https://www.pt.qld.gov.au/wills/wills-week/ #WillsWeek2020 #WillsWeek #makeyourwishesknown

01.01.2022 The Public Trustee will be supporting QATSIF and celebrating NAIDOC Week by wearing floral shirts tomorrow.

01.01.2022 Advance Health Directive An advance health directive (AHD)sometimes called a living willis a formal way to give instructions about your future health care. It may outline: what medical treatment or health care you want if you can no longer make decisions for yourself. It can be general (e.g. that you wish to receive all available treatment) or specific (e.g. that you wish to decline a certain medical treatment) information that health professionals should know, includin...g health conditions, allergies, and religious, spiritual or cultural beliefs that could affect your care. Advance health directives are something you generally write yourself in consultation with your doctor and family. If done correctly they are legally binding. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-GMxCY42V0 To download an Advanced Health Directive http://bit.ly/AHDplanning https://www.pt.qld.gov.au/wills/wills-week/ #WillsWeek2020 #WillsWeek #makeyourwishesknown