Pensions
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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Latest news on senior health, wealth and lifestyles – October 2020
In this issue we report on: State pension age Pension credit Support for care homes in the pandemic Insurance costs Preventing Covid-19 infection Dementia in the family Care costs cap Smart meter problems Intergenerational living Pensions and allowances The state pension age rises on Oct 6th 2020. From that date you will not be […]
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What’s happening in eldercare?
Rapidly growing number of unpaid carers during coronavirus pandemic Older people are slower to take extra measures to protect themselves … But are more cautious about going out Possible Alzheimer’s treatment with commonly available asthma drug Television licence to be payable by most pensioners from August Telephone repeat prescriptions to end? Hospital stays are generally […]
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Caregiver news January 2020
With the UK General Election out of the way, new and old policies around the NHS and care are now moving forward again. In this issue’s news: Hospital doctors lack confidence in video appointments NHS officials found to be charging for advice on NHS Continuing Healthcare funding Free hospital parking on the horizon for some […]
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Thinking about eldercare
Our regular roundup of useful news and views for those supporting older friends and family. In this issue: Pensions credit and those missing out GPs and home visits Retirement homes as a legacy Likelihood of a caring future Cost of social care around the country Equity release challenges Changing ways that consumers pay Talking about […]
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News and views for caregivers
What’s happening in the world that can help – or hinder – families in caring for older relatives? Here are the stories we’ve found that caregivers should know about for the sake of their families and their own futures: HMRC has been charging too much on pension withdrawals More women than men are taking out […]
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News roundup for caring families
In our latest summary of news and views that affect anyone caring for older family and friends, we’ve read that: State pensions are confirmed to rise by 4% next April Changes in state pension rules have accelerated topping up We can estimate how much pension we will need in later years Plans to increase probate […]
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What’s new for caregivers?
The latest roundup of news, views and reports affecting anyone caring for older family and friends, near at hand or from a distance. Deputyship refunds available for some Pain relief strength no longer indicator for benefits Extreme cold is more dangerous than extreme heat for the vulnerable Mindfulness is good for cognitive health Omega 3 […]
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