June’s husband self-funded care from age 75. June cared for her husband at home after he had a stroke. He later went into hospital following a fall and was diagnosed with progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP). Having looked after her husband for 5 years, June was advised to arrange paid care workers to support her.

Nadra Ahmed OBE DL is executive chair of the National Care Association, a position she has held for more than 20 years. The organisation supports care providers across all types of adult social care.

Margaret’s husband self-funded care from age 77. Margaret cared for her husband at home until he went into hospital after a fall. The doctors and her family thought it was time her husband moved to a residential care home. Margaret chose a care home that was nearby, but it was expensive.

Tish Hanifan is founder and joint chair of the Society of Later Life Advisers (SOLLA). SOLLA ensures people seeking advice about financial issues in later life can find a local Accredited Adviser.

Sharon previously worked in the banking sector and is now income services manager at City of York Council. She oversees financial assessments for people needing social care.

Nick is a social worker at Leeds City Council. Part of Nick’s job is to carry out social care needs assessments and recommend a range of care and support options.

Dr Lucy Pocock is a general practitioner (GP) working in South Gloucestershire.