It has been estimated that 85% of adults aged 51-75 have no financial plans in place for care in their old age. Making a plan for your care gives you more choice and control over the care you or a family member may need in the future.

• Independent financial advice can help when you are choosing how to finance your care and if it will be affordable over the long-term
• Society of Later Life Advisers (SOLLA) find an independent financial adviser
• NHS Continuing Healthcare - care and support arranged and paid for by the NHS if you have a disability or complex medical problem
• Eligibility for council services - not everybody is entitled to funding from the council, we can only help people who don't have sufficient income or capital
• How to pay for care in your home
• Paying for residential care