How do we financially protect an ageing population?
I can explain the financial risks and challenges for a society with an ageing population and consider how we can respond to these challenges.
How do we financially protect an ageing population?
I can explain the financial risks and challenges for a society with an ageing population and consider how we can respond to these challenges.
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Key learning points
- An ageing population faces significant financial risks, including outliving savings, healthcare costs and scams.
- Financial education and early preparation are essential to reduce long term financial vulnerability.
- The Government provides support through the state pension, Pension Credit and regulatory protections.
- Local government assists with grants, home adaptations and essential social care services.
- Charities and advice organisations further strengthen protections by offering guidance, advocacy and practical support.
Keywords
Ageing population - a situation where the proportion of older adults, typically 65 and over, in a society is increasing
Financial risk / challenge - the potential difficulties individuals and communities may face in managing finances due to societal factors such as rising living costs and inflation
Common misconception
The aging population are all financially secure because they receive pensions.
Not all people are financially secure. Some may struggle due to low pension incomes, rising living costs, or a lack of savings, which can make it harder to cover everyday expenses.
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
the Government
the employer
the NHS
helps people have enough money when they stop working.
through pensions, benefits and public services.
the time of life when you stop working, usually after a certain age.
Exit quiz
6 Questions
a situation where the proportion of older adults is increasing
challenges in managing finances due to societal factors
when the general price of goods and services increases over time