{"id":53683,"date":"2025-07-21T14:38:52","date_gmt":"2025-07-21T18:38:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hancockhealth.org\/?p=53683"},"modified":"2025-07-21T14:38:53","modified_gmt":"2025-07-21T18:38:53","slug":"hancock-health-foundation-offers-estate-planning-for-hancock-county-residents","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hancockhealth.org\/fr\/2025\/07\/hancock-health-foundation-offers-estate-planning-for-hancock-county-residents\/","title":{"rendered":"Hancock Health Foundation Offers Estate Planning for Hancock County Residents"},"content":{"rendered":"
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It\u2019s not easy to begin considering your end-of-life plans. And a big part of that is knowing what you want to do with your estate. Leaving it to those you love, donating it to others, creating something beautiful for your community\u2026there are a lot of options and it can be difficult to decide exactly which route would be the most meaningful to you. The Hancock Health Foundation offers values-based estate planning and resources to help you along the way. <\/p>\n<\/div>

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What is values based estate planning? <\/h2>\n<\/div>
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When it comes to our financial lives, many of us unconsciously align ourselves with certain values, depending on what we invest in. If you have invested money in dining out at local restaurants, for example, that means you really value this aspect of our community and how it makes an impact in your life. The same can be said for what happens with our estate after we pass. Ideally, we want to create an intentional plan so our money is funneled into projects, people or organizations that are aligned with our values.  <\/p>\n<\/div>

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Values-based estate planning answers the question, \u201cWho do you care about and how do you want to provide for them?\u201d But it has to do with more than just allocating money. By planning ahead, you can make smart choices and investments that allow you to provide even more to your family or worthy causes you care about. <\/p>\n<\/div>

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How the Hancock Health Foundation can help you <\/h3>\n<\/div>
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As a gift of gratitude to Hancock residents and supporters, the Hancock Health Foundation<\/a> offers free monthly appointments to help guide you in your values-based estate planning. Led by Brian Cohoon of Thompson & Associates, your first session will begin with identifying what is important to you and what your goals are in terms of your estate. It may take about 3-4 sessions to complete your overall plan, but it will feel like a weight has been lifted off your shoulders. Most people feel incredibly empowered by directing their wealth in the ways that they decide, not the legal system.  <\/p>\n<\/div>

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Here are some other important things to note: <\/p>\n<\/div>

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  • This service is provided completely free of charge <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • You will not be asked for a gift of any kind <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • There are absolutely no products to sell you <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • There is no money management <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • This process is completely confidential <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • You control the process \u2013 you can stop any time with no obligations <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • You are welcome to bring anyone with you to your appointment, including family members, financial advisors, attorneys, etc.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>
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    Are you interested in values-based estate planning? <\/h3>\n<\/div>
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    If you would like to learn more about free estate planning through the Hancock Health Foundation,\u00a0please fill out the form below and a representative will reach out to you. <\/p>\n<\/div>

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