In this final episode of What Happens When I Die?, Anna Hacker talks to Robert Kerr, an Australian Unity Trustees client, and father of Australian Unity Wealth and Capital Markets CEO, Esther Kerr Smith.

Robert generously talks about his experience navigating the death of his wife in July 2021 – right in the midst of Melbourne’s strictest lock-downs.

Together, Robert and Anna discuss estate planning, funeral arrangements, medical powers of attorney, and the importance of community support when a loved one wants to die at home.

This subject isn’t an easy one, and this episode comes with a trigger warning. If you need help, please contact Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Host: Anna Hacker

Guest: Robert Kerr, client of Australian Unity Trustees

Useful Links: Death of a Partner - COTA Victoria

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