Modules to be Covered DAY 1

1. Retirement Issues and You                                                                          

This session encourages people to focus on retirement and what it means to them. It looks at how to deal with the transition into retirement and the impact it can have on personal identity.

2. Relationships and Social Networks                                                                                    

This session looks at the impact retirement has on personal relationships and the importance of being well-networked in retirement and how to develop social networks outside of work.

3. Personal Taxation                                                                                                            

This session deals with the issues people face when handling their own tax affairs.

4. Managing Your Finances                                           

This session addresses the issue of financial management and presents a framework for investment choices.

Modules to be Covered DAY 2

5. A Healthy Lifestyle                                                                                          

This session focuses on the importance of exercise and our nutritional needs as we grow older. 6. Social Welfare Entitlements                                                       

This session is designed to provide an overview of the main Social Welfare Benefits to which attendees may be entitled.

7. Your Personal Checklist                                                

This session provides an introduction to Wills and Enduring Power of Attorney.

8. Time to Plan for the Future                                                         

This session helps attendees start their plan for the future and to consider what they would like to achieve from the time ahead.

Trainer: Retirement Planning Council of Ireland

The Retirement Planning Council of Ireland provide support, information and guidance to people planning for retirement. Having worked with organisations and individuals across Ireland for over 40 years, they offer practical courses and seminars that talk through the financial and lifestyle changes retirement can bring and help people prepare for the time ahead.