People in their 70s and their middle-aged children need to start a discussion on making a plan if the worst happens, and a parent is no longer able to care for him or herself. Emer Lavin is a specialist elder care advisor and a former solicitor who provides independent advice on the care needs of older people, the cost of care, and financial planning to support it, including the Fair Deal scheme. She contributes to the HaloCare Help advice forum on elder care.
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