NewPreparing For Getting Older

Nearly one in five of the population is over 65. This course is designed to act as a gentle (or not so gentle) reminder, for those of us who are getting older, that we need to think about later life and plan for it. This is particularly important in case of mental or physical incapacity, such as a stroke, heart attack or gradual dementia.

The focus will be not just on the obvious - wills, LPAs and Advance Decisions (living wills) - but also on the less obvious: a little planning on money (including pensions and inheritance tax) and avoiding scams; managing ageing health; considering support and care, as and when needed; and what to do after a death.

But above all, this course is intended to be a positive take on getting the best out of later life. This is either for you, as you get older, or for you to think about an older family member.

For peace of mind, be ready.

Learning Objectives: 

• Learn what you need to know and do now in case of later infirmity or incapacity
• Consider wills, LPAs, Advance Decisions, Advance Statements and much more
• Think how best to take action: 10 practical steps
• Consider a little planning on money, pensions, inheritance tax
• Develop a positive attitude to older life (physically and mentally)
• Organise to stay at home as long as possible
• Be ready to get support and care when needed

Think about ageing parents, and also what you need to do after death

Who Can Attend:

This training is suitable for those of any age, especially middle-age, who wish to think carefully about the future and older life. Now is the time to start getting prepared, being organised and making significant choices.

This training is also suitable for those who have older family members to think about.

Learning Outcomes: 

• Clearer thinking about the future
• An understanding of how best to prepare for older age
• Better knowledge of what practical steps may need to be taken
• An action list of what may need to be done (for yourself or for an elderly family member)
• What 10 steps to take after a death

How can delegates prepare for the course:

No preparation is necessary.

But it may be helpful for delegates to reflect on the following   -

• How they think about older age, the benefits and the difficulties
• What steps they feel they should take to manage older life
• What choices they might wish to make (in advance), in the event of disability or incapacity
• What help they might need in organising and managing life in older age