Pensions
Retirement planning tips for Armed Forces personnel
Achieving financial security should be the goal for anyone planning to retire, including those in the Armed Forces. But moving on to civilian life after decades of service poses many challenges. You can’t rely anymore on the resources provided by the government, which means you may have to navigate benefits, food, and even housing for you and […]
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What’s new in finance and money management for older people? July 2021
Whether you’re helping an older relative or friend to management their finances, or are planning for your own retirement, here are some updates you many find useful. Women’s pensions It looks like the ‘Waspi’ (Women Against State Pension Inequality) generation of women could receive some sort of compensation for their lost pensions after all. The […]
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News and views for older people July 2021
Our latest roundup of news affecting seniors includes the future of social care and caring; banks and fraud protection; funeral plan clarity, and next year’s pension rises. Carers are caring more Over 80% of carers say they have been providing more support recently than before the pandemic, yet the support they rely on has diminished, […]
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Latest news for retirees June 2021
A roundup of important news and views on health, wealth and quality of life for seniors. In this issue: New Alzheimer’s treatment Can you afford to retire? Premium Bonds as a savings option Should the NHS share patient data? Visiting care homes now New vaccination rules for care home workers Latest on scams Greater transparency […]
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News roundup on ageing matters May 2021
Guidance, research, alerts and good news for families with older friends and relations. Updates on UK government guidance on care and coronavirus With May 17th a key date in the easing of lockdown, there are continuing changes to guidance and updates around Covid-19. NHS Test and Trace is making weekly COVID-19 testing available to all […]
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Claiming benefits and allowances for older people and their carers
Older people in the UK can claim a wide variety of benefits to help finance their everyday lives. Some are well-known and easy-ish to claim. Many are not. Here are the key allowances that they or their supporter may be able to claim. Where the process is complex, we’ve added links for you to investigate […]
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Latest news for seniors and families April 2021
Latest news and advice includes: Deferring pensions and long-overdue married women’s state pension Covid-19 testing and vaccinations Latest Coronavirus roadmap steps for care homes Palliative care failings Dementia and processed meats Household bill increases Tech divide The state of social care Pensions Deferring taking your state pension could give you significantly higher income in […]
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Latest news affecting older people March 2021
Lockdown eases a little, even for care home residents. Experts evaluate vaccine effectiveness. Funeral plans are scrutinised. Many women were underpaid on pensions. Careworkers are in short supply – official. A little more freedom in England Latest guidance in England on what you can and can’t do in lockdown from 8 March includes being able […]
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Latest news for older people in November 2020
Here’s our latest update on issues affecting the lives of our senior population this week. Many changes and updates are regional, with the most publicity as ever being given to what’s happening in England. Rules around the pandemic and support for older people are increasingly different across the UK, so it’s worth checking updates on […]
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What you need to know about finances and wellbeing for older people October 2020
Our round-up of latest news affecting the senior members of society. Stories include: What future for cash? Royal mail to pick up parcels from home State pensions to rise next spring Heating cost help Launch of veterans railcard Appliance cover and sharp practices Supporting good mental health British cities lead world for dementia strategies The […]
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