Finances Overview Work, super, insurance and retirement planning is a particularly complex area. For instance, people with Parkinson’s who are employed may be eligible for illness-related superannuation or insurance benefits once they reduce their workload or stop work altogether. However, terms and conditions vary between funds. So a primary issue for people of working age is to research questions in advance, such as:
Those unable to work may become eligible for disability, aged and carers pensions, as well as a range of other Centrelink payments and concessions. The income support area can be complex; many people miss out on payments they don’t know about – so do your research carefully. Another common financial concern surrounds the extra burdens of treatment and care costs. These are often greatest for people whose income and assets disqualify them from concessional benefits and services – such as those who are employed or self-funded retirees. All of the above issues combined may leave people with limited resources prone to financial hardship. While finances vary, the bottom line for most people is a need to carefully plan their financial future. This Finances Guide aims to assist by highlighting important information, resources and support under the topics below. We encourage you to read these topics carefully and call the Parkinson's Victoria helpline on 1800 644 189 if you have any concerns. Work & Super Insurance Payments & Concessions Planning & Hardship Resolution Treatment Costs Employed & Self-funded Retirees Refer to seniors.gov.au |
An
illness such as Parkinson’s raises a whole range of important financial
issues. Most commonly these surround work, retirement and super;
insurance; income support payments; financial planning and hardship
resolution; treatment and care costs; and 
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