WHEN
Tuesday 19 August 10.00-11.30
WHERE
Online
WHAT
Summary of the session
About this event
This session aims to provide you an introductory overview on the ways you can support older people to access the financial support which they may be entitled to.
What you'll learn
This session will explore:
- The financial challenges typically faced by older people
- What benefits older people may already be entitled to
- Why older people may not claim what they’re entitled to, and how to overcome this
- How Independent Age can help provide older people with advice
- How Independent Age can help you, and your team with supporting older people
Who should attend?
Anyone giving any level of money guidance who works with older people.
Who will be the speaker?
Kelly Conlan is a Manager of the Advice and Support Service at Independent Age, the national charity focused on improving the lives of older people facing financial hardship. Kelly has an extensive background in training for various organisations, both in house and on a national level. Kelly also has many years' experience working in the advice sector, and she has an in-depth knowledge of advice topics such as welfare benefits and housing.