Preparing for Retirement

Planning and preparing for later life is associated with increased wellbeing in older age. Despite this, many people at mid-life have not thought much about their later life nor taken action, such as engaging in financial planning or writing a will.

This page provides links to how to prepare emotionally and financially for retirement.

Gov.Uk

Plan your retirement income

Money Helper

Retirement planning: preparing for retirement checklist

Age UK

Age UK have information and advice as to how to prepare emotionally for retirement. 

More information in respect of planning your retirement is also available from the Age UK website. 

British Heart Foundation

British Heart Foundation offers 20 tips for a happy retirement.

Mental Health Foundation

Mental Health Foundation offers advice about  how to look after your mental health in later life.