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Make the most of retirement


AS we marvel the advances in medical science and increasing good health in later life we need to be mindful of the preparations we need to make to ensure we make the most of our old age. On the pathway to extended retirement age, it is critical that


we look at our pension entitlement and access to additional support to which we might be eligible. Getting advice before finances become strained can reduce anxiety and enable us to plan our retirement. Seizing the opportunity retirement brings in opening up new


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• Free Survey & Quote• Easy Access Shower/Bathrooms •Door Widening • Stairlifts • Care Home Adaptations • Full Installation • Open by appointment


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Unit 11, Newnham Shopping Village Bearsted, Maidstone Kent


01622 611880 0800 7316495 www.ahminstallations.co.uk


Services we offer: Maidstone


• A vibrant Day Care Service in seven locations throughout the Borough in partnership with Golding Homes and the PCT


• If required, transport can be provided to the Day Care facilities on our fleet of mini-buses


• Community Foot Care Services in the home or at our nearest clinic.


• Community Bathing Service in the home for Maidstone & Malling


• Independent Living Support for those that need help with their housework, garden or shopping


• Volunteering opportunities • Advocacy Service for Maidstone & Malling • Disability Travel Vouchers on behalf of Maidstone Borough Council


• Computer Classes for the over 60’s • A list of local traders that have been recommended to us by older people


• Wheelchair Hire from our office in the town centre • The Goodman Centre for clients with Dementia • Information & advice for over 50’s in our office in Mill Street.


For more information on all our services, please feel free to contact us at: 7, Mill Street, Maidstone, Kent. ME15 6XW Between the hours of 10am-4pm Monday – Thursday, 10am-2pm Friday Or telephone us on 01622 753618 Or email: info@ageukmaidstone.org.uk Or visit our website: www.ageuk/maidstone.org.uk


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interests and maintaining activity can be exciting and rewarding. Even those who may have diminishing mobility can celebrate what they can do rather than want they can’t do. Ensuring we have suitable accommodation that is reasonably easy to maintain and ensuring all modifications are made to keep warm in the winter will be a positive step in keeping healthy and reducing stress. Keeping active and having a healthy lifestyle makes such a


difference both physically and emotionally. Isolation in particular can have such a negative impact on a person’s wellbeing. Take the time to find out what is going on in your


community. There are social events and activities to enjoy and many leisure centres run exercise classes for older people. Remember it is what you can do that you need to celebrate.


Editorial by Age Concern, Malling


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