Who will care for you in old age?
Did you know…
A fifth of the UK (20%) have no idea who will look after them if they have care needs in old age, according to research released from BUPA. Nearly three-quarters (73%) think they will have care needs in older age, but only around half (51%) expect their family to care for
Recognising needs and desires
The survey reveals that old age is a regular consideration. Professor Graham Stokes, Global Director of Dementia Care at BUPA says: “The perception that older people aren’t valued by society is concerning and needs to be addressed. The proportion of people over 80 is expected to increase almost fourfold over the next 50 years… the role they play as well as their needs and desires should be recognised.”
He continues: