Remain
independent as long as possible. Men may need to learn self-care
tasks such as shopping cooking and cleaning.
Be
careful about bequeathing property to relatives on a promise
to "look after you".
Deposit
regular income such as pensions directly into bank accounts
through the Automatic Deposit plan. Applications are available
at banks.
Exercise
great care when signing legal documents. A trusted person
(lawyer, notary) should always read them before signing.
Wills
should be revised with a lawyer before retirement and prior to
second marriages.
List
all assets and regularly check the inventory.
Encourage
any troubled younger relative to live independently. Finances
may be given to enable that to happen.
Select
a concerned family physician. It is often preferable to find one
younger than the senior.
