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FOR many people, a retirement flat or bungalow is an attractive option. Whether it is the company of other residents or the added security of a warden, it can prove an ideal alternative to going into a care home. In this section we outline the different retirement housing options available to you…
What Is It?
RETIREMENT housing is aimed specifically for older people. Also known as sheltered housing, it tends to come in schemes of about 20 to 40 flats or bungalows. There is usually an alarm system and the majority of schemes have a warden. There are normally shared facilities such as a communal lo
unge, garden and laundry. Meals aren’t provided unless it is in extra care sheltered housing.
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MANY different avenues are open to you if you wish to lodge a complaint about your local authority. From informal resolutions to judicial reviews, in this section we outline the options available…
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Read more... [Local Authority Complaints]
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THERE are countless sources of free legal information available. Of course, there are some scenarios when you’ll need to consult a solicitor, but you might be able to find the help you require on the internet or from an advice agency or another organisation. In this section we examine how you can find the help you need, including when you may need to pay for legal advice…
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AS people grow older, some become incapable of making crucial decisions. The onset of dementia is probably the most common scenario where an older person needs help. But thanks to the 2005 Mental Capacity Act, it is now easier for somebody else to make life-changing decisions on your behalf. It is a complex area, which we try to simplify and explain in this section…
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Read more... [Others Making Decisions About Your Finances/Welfare]
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