Public Trust member offer
20% off your enduring powers of attorney online
Public Trust understands that the unexpected does happen and when it does, everyone needs someone they trust to look out for them. Your enduring power of attorney (EPA) helps ensure that if you're ever unable to make important decisions, someone you choose can step in on your behalf. Just like health insurance, an EPA only works if it’s in place before you need it. That’s why we’ve partnered with Public Trust to offer members 20% off their online EPAs - giving you peace of mind knowing that no matter what, someone has your back. That’s the power of an EPA.
- Southern Cross members can get a 20% discount off online EPAs purchased via the Public Trust website by using the special promo code available in My Southern Cross.
- Offer applies to “mirror” EPAs for your partner, so you’re both covered.
- Witnessing appointment is included.
- Support provided 7-days-a-week through our online chat.
Do you need an EPA?
When injury or illness means you’re unable to make important decisions or manage your own affairs – an attorney appointed through an enduring power of attorney (EPA) can step in and take on important responsibilities for you. Every adult New Zealander deserves the reassurance that their wishes will be respected in times of need. Without an EPA in place, even those closest to you – like your spouse, partner or next of kin – may not have the legal authority to step in and make decisions on your behalf.
There are two types of EPA:
An EPA for property allows someone you trust to take care of things like paying bills and managing assets, and an EPA for personal care and welfare appoints an attorney to make decisions about your wellbeing like where you’ll live and what care you can receive. Having both in place helps ensure that no matter what happens, someone can step in and act for you if you're unable to. With both types, you should name a trusted person that has the capability to make important decisions and your best interests at heart.