"Despite all the planning as if we would live forever," says Simone Semmler, "it is important that two final aspects are taken into consideration: Who should make decisions for me if I can't - perhaps only temporarily due to illness or an accident? And: How do I ensure that my acquired assets end up in the hands I want them to end up in?"

Nicole Mölling, Director of Volksbank BRAWO, will talk about important aspects of financial and legal planning in old age and in the event of death under the title "Provision and inheritance - well prepared even in crises". Topics such as inheritance planning, bequests and the importance of a general power of attorney. "It is important to deal with these topics at an early stage in order to be well prepared," emphasizes Nicole Mölling.

Heike Wiencke and Christine Lengsfeld from the Salzgitter City Health Department will then explain the contents and necessities of health care proxies and advance directives, as well as the options for free advice from the Health Department. Illness or an accident can sometimes mean that I am unable to make decisions for myself, even at a young age, and then I should have decided for myself beforehand who will have control over me, my life and my assets.