Legal and financial When looking for residential care or supported living services, there are inevitably a range of legal and financial issues that need to be considered. This section presents a range of articles on issues that people seeking care should look to consider, from powers of attorney to the welfare and disability benefits that can be claimed, and gives information on some of the available options.
Putting your affairs in order Nobody likes to think about getting old, ill or dying, but it is important to plan for these eventualities to ensure your wishes are carried out. Dan Parton reports.
Support brokers Support brokers can help older people to make the most of their budget for support. But how do they work and why should one be used? Robert Mair reports.
Financing support Financing the support we may need in later life is complicated. Understanding the likely costs and how the system works can have a huge bearing on your decision. By Dan Parton.
Selling your house to pay for care The prolonged recession is causing problems for those who need to quickly sell their house to pay for care. Dan Parton reports.
Planning ahead for support costs Most people do not plan how they would fund the cost of their support in older age and that can land them in financial trouble. Dan Parton reports.
Disability benefits: Taking on the system For older people, claiming benefits can be challenging. Robert Mair spoke to Fred Churchman about his experiences.