not think about it until we have to. But being well informed can help you consider all your options, plan ahead and start getting your affairs in order. Taking steps now can give you confidence that your ... decisions. Making plans now can make things easier for those close to you down the line, too. And, if you want to, you can always change your plans in the future. Whether you’re planning for the future or
document, and outlines further considerations. It draws on the discussion between a range of stakeholders at our report launch on 15 February, e.g. the Environment Agency, insurance companies, local Age ... whom 774,000 are aged 65+. Other key points 13. A key point in our report – and echoed among stakeholders at our launch – is that older and vulnerable people would benefit most from a system whereby they
an understanding of financial means only, but also other areas of life such as health and social engagement. It also includes attributes of local communities where older people live, an important aspect ... which points to a state in which an individual or group is financially comfortable, healthy and engaged in meaningful activities. It points to a stock of personal, familial, and community resources that
an understanding of financial means only, but also other areas of life such as health and social engagement. It also includes attributes of local communities where older people live, an important aspect ... which points to a state in which an individual or group is financially comfortable, healthy and engaged in meaningful activities. It points to a stock of personal, familial, and community resources that
opportunities for the future, but also challenges and it will require changes to the way in which we plan and deliver public services. The fact that ... older people make up an increasing section of the population makes it ever more vital that future planning reflects their needs. An age friendly Wales is one in which older people have equal rights, respect
likely than those who do not to experience: • A fall in quality of life; • A decline in social engagement; and • A fall in income. [13] Taken together, this evidence demonstrates a clear need for action ... of service, policy and strategic developments. Recommendation: Ensure older people are actively engaged and involved in the co-production of services, policy and strategic development in way that is both
believes the following measures need to be put in place to improve local transport: The funding and planning of local transport crosses national and local government, the private and community sector. To make ... to be clearer guidance for local transport authorities and transport operators on accessibility planning. Public transport needs to be physically accessible to older people. The Government should work
aspects relating to social care, including: the care needs assessment process; drawing up a care plan; or choosing and arranging care home accommodation. 3 Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act ... on our website at: www.ageuk.org.uk/cymru/our-work/advocacy/hope---helping-othersparticipate-and-engage/advocacy-services-in-wales The Public Services Ombudsman for Wales website also has a list of organisations
6 Thinking about powers of attorney 7 Managing your documents and accounts 10 Financial help 13 Planning for your funeral 14 Looking after your pets 16 Talking about death Conversations with family and ... about it until we have to. But giving it some thought now means you can consider all your options, plan ahead and start getting your affairs in order. Taking steps now can make things easier for your loved
older people of Wales.i Of those participants who took part in the evaluation, 92% of those who engaged in artistic expression reported benefit, 89% reported benefit to their well-being as a result of ... shoulder’. 8. ‘Pimp My Uke’iii was a venture between Men’s Sheds Cymru and Age Cymru that successfully engaged older men in the arts. Men’s Sheds across Wales were given kits to make their own ukuleles and provided