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A Kids Book About Ageism eBook : Connecticut Age Well Collaborative
A children's book about learning to spot and call out ageism.
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Elderly People and Discrimination: Prevention and Reaction
A research paper from 'The Institute of criminological and sociological research - Vojvodina Bar Association 2023.
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The Maturepreneur Podcast with Jannette Anderson
The Maturepreneur Podcast with Jannette Anderson: Let's End Ageism with Ashton Applewhite on Apple Podcasts.
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Aging: So Cool, Everyone Is Doing It
Video about the history of the phrase created to combat ageism, by the Age-Friendly Innovation Center.
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Energizing Action Against Ageism
An educational webinar series sponsored by Gray Panthers NYC.
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Quick Guide to Ageism in Communication
A guide to help avoid agesim in everyday communication from imagery to the written and spoken word.
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The Age Diversity Forum
A social enterprise organisation that promotes age diversity in the workplace.
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Retirees show signs of wanderlust as new survey reveals nearly 50% of pre-retirees intend to travel in their later years
Our new survey reveals that pre-retirees have varying plans for retirement, but that travel tops the list.
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Over half of over 50s plan to continue working in retirement
Results of a new survey released by the Retirement Planning Council.
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One third of pre-retirees worried about how they will spend their time in retirement
A new survey has revealed that one third of people approaching retirement are concerned about how they will spend their time after retiring.
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Pension changes and what it could mean for you
Over the last number of years, there has been an increased focus on potential changes to the social welfare system and retirement age, including changes to the pension age, the planned ‘Auto Enrolment’ scheme, and the ‘Transition Pension’. Our course leader Paul Kenny looks at what this will mean for you - when will you retire and what your pension might look like.
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Survey finds that pre-retirees have adapted retirement plans because of the pandemic
57% of pre-retirees surveyed by the Retirement Planning Council have changed their retirement plans post-pandemic
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73% of pre-retirees felt pandemic lockdowns provided insight into retired life
A new survey carried out by the Retirement Planning Council of Ireland (RPC) found that 73% of respondents felt that lockdowns during the Covid-19 pandemic provided some insight into what retired life might be like.
Survey carried out by the Retirement Planning Council of Ireland.
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Five Things to Consider Before You Retire in 2022
As many people begin to plan for the future once again and to reignite plans put on hold during the pandemic, the RPC is advising those approaching retirement to consider their options and to plan for more than just the financial aspect of retirement.
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RPC’s Tips for Managing Your Money in Retirement
The Retirement Planning Council of Ireland provides some money management tips for 2022.
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Older people should increase protein intake to maintain independence in later life
RPC expert Sarah Keogh on the importance of protein in diets.
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In Person, Online and Hybrid programmes are now available to book with RPC
The Retirement Planning Council of Ireland (RPC) is delighted to announce the return of its programmes in person
The Retirement Planning Council of Ireland (RPC) is delighted to announce the return of its programmes in person.
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Retirement Planning More Important for Young People Now Than Ever Before
Start thinking about your retirement plan sooner rather than later.
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Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists COVID19 Advice
The Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists has COVID-19 advice.
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Executing Wills In A Time Of COVID-19-Beauchamps
The current coronavirus crisis that we are all living through presents an opportunity to take stock of our affairs.
The current coronavirus crisis that we are all living through presents an opportunity to take stock of our affairs.
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Preparing for retirement can be hard work
It doesn’t matter how many times friends say don’t worry: you still fret about retirement, writes Frances O'Rourke.
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Life after retirement
Donal O'Siochain RPC Programme Leader. This article was originally published in Senior Times, May 2017.
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Pension anomalies
Paul Kenny, former Pensions Ombudsman, jokes that the Irish public pension system is, ‘‘a classic example of, if I were you, I wouldn’t start here’’.
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What is Pensions Awareness Week?
Pensions Awareness Week Ireland (PAW) is back and bigger than ever! You can join us and over a dozen other contributors to help create a roadmap for your financial future.
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The Irish Longitudinal Study/ Trinity College Dublin
An Irish study on the health of ageing people as well as how they contribute to their communities.
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The New Retirement
An Ultimate Guide to the Rest of your Life - Jan Cullinane et al.
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The Third Age Handbook
A guide for older people in Ireland - Ann Dempsey et al (2005).
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Don’t Retire, Rewire!
5 steps to fulfilling work that fuels your passion, suits your personality and fills your pocket - Sedlar & Miners.
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The Battle Between your Present and Future Self
Video of TED Talk by Daniel Goldstein.
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Stay Sharp With The Mind Doctor
Practical strategies to boost your brain power - Prof, Ian Robertson.
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The Contented Retirement
Leisure activities that keep the mind lively - Stephen McAdam.
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Men's Shed
A non-profit local organisation that provides a space for men to pursue practical interests, practice skills and socialise with others.
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What Color Is Your Parachute
Your Guide to a Lifetime of Meaningful Work and Career Success - Richard N. Bolles.
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Stop wasting your Money
An everyday guide to various ways to save money - Conor Pope 2009.
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The true cost of financial dependence
Watch the TED talk by Estelle Gibson - The true cost of financial dependence
Video of TED talk by Estelle Gibson - The true cost of financial dependence.
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Pension Calculator
This calculator allows you to estimate the contributions you should be paying to your pension to provide your Target Pension
The Pension Authorities online calculator for pension contributions.
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Retirement for Two
Everything you need to know to thrive together - Maryanne Vandervelde.
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Wasting Time with People?
A collection of essays, poems, short stories and personal recollections - Alice Leahy.
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The Secret to a Happy Life
A video of Lessons from 8 Decades of Research | Robert Waldinger | TED.
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Your One Wild and Precious Life
An Inspiring Guide to Becoming Your Best Self At Any Age - Maureen Gaffney.
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Flourishing
How to achieve a deeper sense of well-being and purpose in a crisis - Maureen Gaffney.
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Third Age Ireland
Third Age is a national voluntary organisation celebrating the third age in life when people may no longer be in paid employment, but can remain healthy, fulfilled and continue to contribute to society.
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