17 January 2008 Norman Wisdom

Article date: 17.01.08

The BBC2’s very touching documentary on the problems faced by Norman Wisdom’s family when dealing with the dilemma of how to provide him with full time care, highlighted the emotional and physical aspects of what so many people can go through, with elderly parents in failing health.

Although, it is not typical for most families to have to deal with the elderly person playing up to the cameras and seeking recognition from total strangers, most families have their own unique circumstances to deal with when an elderly relative is unable to look after themselves.

It is our experience that those having to make decisions about elderly relatives’ future, nearly always find the process difficult and emotive. Often, the most difficult decision is whether to find a care home for that person, or leave them in their own home bringing the carers in.

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The programme climaxed with Norman singing Don’t Laugh at me Cos I’m a Fool in front of a very appreciative audience at his chosen care home, which beautifully illustrated that even the most unpopular decision, can often turn out to be the best one for the elderly person in question.
Whatever the decision, the cost of care can often be a shock to the families involved. We understand the emotional and physical stress that those arranging care for a loved one go through.

The Wealth Care Partnership help to ease some of the burden by guiding and advising those who have to make such decisions. Our Partners and consultants know that we can help preserve the wealth from erosion, for the elderly person and future generations. We are always happy to help by providing guidance over the telephone, and have a FREE Guide to Care Fees Financial Planning, which you can order via this website.