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Thinking ahead

Planning your future

When planning ahead you’ll need to think about your future living and lifestyle requirements. You may also have to reconsider your housing options, including the possibility of downsizing, as well as considering various estate planning issues.
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Health and well-being

As you grow older there are many ways you can reduce the risk of illness, at the same time increasing your physical, emotional and mental health. By looking after yourself and making some good lifestyle decisions, you can also prevent many illnesses and diseases that seem to be a part and parcel of ageing.
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Financial and legal help

Some people find it difficult to plan ahead, make a will or assign a power of attorney to another person. But once the arrangements are made, you and your carer can stop worrying and have a sense of security and some peace of mind about the future. This section of our website gives you more information about getting your affairs in order, as well as advice on where to go to get legal support.
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This page was last updated on: 02 August 2006