Welcome to your 2014 edition of
Planning for Later Life
retirement savings must work harder and for longer – and all this at a time in your life when you’ve brought up your family, worked for a living and are now looking forward to taking things a little easier or doing all those things you’ve been promising yourself for years! And that’s where this new- look 2014 issue of Planning for Later Life comes in. Whatever your plans – whether for yourself or a loved one – this essential and practical guide covers all the key issues, with up-to-date information, including the impending Care Bill, to make post-retirement as fulfi lled, happy and enjoyable as possible.
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ith increasing lifespans and historic low interest rates,
With many family budgets being stretched due to rising living costs and increased childcare costs, today’s grandparents are throwing a lifetime to their own children – as well as getting to spend extra special time with their grandchildren. We have great suggestions for making the most of your retirement – from days out and discount travel to savvy tips for saving on everyday bills and using your home to generate extra income. On the healthfront, our essential A-Z guide covers it all, we offer advice on coping with dementia and strokes – two of the nation’s biggest killers – as well as on choosing a care home to suit your needs and a round-up of stairlifts. So sit back and start planning for later life!
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