For everybody retirement is a period of change, and, in consequence, it has its challenges. As it approaches many people start by sorting out their finances. But there are plenty of other issues to consider and it soon becomes clear that a successful retirement isn’t just about money.
We were delighted to have had the opportunity to speak to Dr. Julian Edge to answer some of your questions. Julian is a fully qualified member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
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More and more people are reaching retirement and choosing to keep at least some of their pension invested to carry on growing their savings and to keep their options open.
If you become unable to make decisions for yourself in the future, someone will need to make decisions for you.
Who does this will depend on the situation.
You won’t get your State Pension automatically - you have to claim it.
Whatever happens as we get older, we all want to remain independent and live life on our own terms. That’s why, as well as offering regular friendly contact and a strong campaigning voice, Independent Age can provide you and your family with clear, free and impartial advice on the issues that matter: care and support, money and benefits, health and mobility.
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