Pension Awareness Week 2024, running from September 9th to 15th, is an important initiative dedicated to helping people across the UK better understand their pensions and prepare for a more secure retirement. Run by Pension Geeks and supported by Money Helper, there are free live shows open to everyone happening throughout the week, designed to demystify the world of pensions. Just follow the link to know more and sign up.
If you can’t make the original times, they’re also available on catch-up afterwards.
At The Printing Charity, we are committed to supporting people within the print, paper, publishing, and packaging sectors. During Pension Awareness Week this year we want to raise awareness about Pension Credit—a vital financial support that can make a significant difference in retirement.
Understanding Pension Credit
Pension Credit is a crucial benefit designed to help people on pensionable age on lower incomes. Unfortunately, many people who are eligible for this support aren’t aware of it or aren’t claiming it, so we want to ensure that you, and family, friends or colleagues for whom this could be relevant, have all the information you need about it. For eligible retirees, it could top up income, provide additional financial security, and potentially open doors to other benefits like council tax reductions or free TV licenses.
Learn more about Pension Credit here.
The Printing Charity: here to help with practical information and advice
At The Printing Charity, we offer a range of services to support you as you approach retirement or navigate your pension options. Whether you’re currently working in the industry or have retired, we’re here to help.
1. Our helpline: Our free, confidential helpline is available to provide information and guidance on a wide range of money-related topics, including Pension Credit and other financial benefits, and it’s just a phone call away. Learn more about the helpline here.
2. Financial assistance: We understand that managing finances in retirement can be challenging. That’s why we offer financial assistance to people in need within our industry. It can help bridge the gap if you’re facing unexpected costs or struggling to afford everyday essentials.
3. Retirement Almshouses: We also run two Almshouses, Southwood Court in Basildon and Beaverbrook House in Bletchley, for people retired from our sectors who are of reduced financial means and want to live independently in a supportive community. Our homes offer a safe, friendly and welcoming environment, to enjoy retirement with peace of mind, knowing that help is on hand if needed.
Take action during Pension Awareness Week
During Pension Awareness Week it’s definitely worth taking time to review pension plans, take advantage of the free resources, investigate Pension Credit, and seek advice if needed. Planning for retirement can feel overwhelming, but help and support are out there.
At The Printing Charity, we’re here to help.
Visit our website at www.theprintingcharity.org.uk to learn more about the ways we can help people in the run-up to retirement, or during retirement itself. It’s never too late to take control of your financial future. Make Pension Awareness Week 2024 the start of a brighter, more confident journey towards retirement.