The Later Years: The simple guide to a worry-free existence in the remaining years of life
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‘Deeply practical’ The Times
The essential guide to all you need to know and do as you get older and closer to the end of life.
‘Peter Thornton is like a death doula. I’ve already ordered five copies’ Alice Thomson in The Times
It is not difficult to imagine the sense of panic when faced with the sheer administrative hassle of the end of life, despite the fact that it will come to us all sooner or later. As we get older, all that needs to be done can feel alarmingly daunting. The good news is that Sir Peter Thornton KC has rationally organised and prioritised everything we need to know, and presents it in a simple, straightforward way that encourages us to complete all the necessary tasks.
With chapters on what to do before death (such as a will and a Lasting Power of Attorney), money, pensions, inheritance tax, scams, health, home, care, your rights, and what to do after the death of a loved one, this puts all the information in one place, and is as easy to follow as a shopping list.
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Additional information
| Publisher | Bedford Square Publishers (26 Feb. 2026) |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Paperback | 352 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1835012116 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1835012116 |
by Katie
Excellent easy to read and follow guidelines which were printed in a sensible font size
by ACDT
Helpful, informative and very well written ! A read for all generations to help prepare for what later life entails for both yourself and your loved ones.
BRILLIANT!
by Pieta
The title of this book isn’t right. Something along the lines of “Your Legacy, Your Way: Smart Planning for Aging and End-of-Life Decisions” feels more correct. The photo I include is the first of many helpful checklists. There is also an Advance Decision and Advance Statement template at the back of the book.
by James Berkeley
A tremendous read full of pragmatic help and immediate application for every family. Knowing “What is the right thing to do?” irrespective of our feelings to other family members and in some cases uncomfortable family dynamics (hurt, dismay or betrayal), makes all the difference in the world. The final third of our lives is a time to relish our success, surround ourselves with comfort and happy memories, and leave enough so that everybody else can take care of the loose ends. This book offers a primer for you to uniquely accomplish that in a way that best suits your family’s circumstances.