Here you can find further guidance and support and research relevant to the Perils and Pitfalls identified in our research.
The following resources have been developed from the original research reports and made available for supporting improving women’s financial lives. Copyright: 2019 Jane Portas (author) Insuring Women’s Futures (publisher) Use of this material should be sourced referencing Jane Portas and Insuring Women’s Futures. Any reproduction or use (in whole or in part) for commercial purposes requires written consent of the parties.
Solving Women’s pension deficit to improve retirement outcomes for all – Later life, planning and entering retirement: the Moments that Matter in the Pensions life journey for women: A4 print version / web version
Risk, exposure and resilience to risk in Britain today Women’s Risks in Life – an interim report
Talk 2 10K toolkit – a step-by-step guide to how you can instigate an informal but action-oriented conversation with friends, family, colleagues or larger groups to inspire people to engage in their financial futures
Perils and Pitfalls and Moments that Matter in the financial lives of British women – a short video of a narrated presentation by Jane Portas
Financial Wellbeing Guide (shorter, printable version) – a version of the Financial Wellbeing Guide that can be printed on a standard desktop printer on 2 sides
Financial Wellbeing Guide Corporate version (shorter, printable version) – a version of the Financial Wellbeing Guide that can be printed on a standard desktop printer on 2 sides, suitable for a corporate audience
The Pensions Life Journey – a version of the Financial life journey focusing on women’s retirement wellbeing
Free, independent, confidential and impartial advice to everyone on their rights and responsibilities
Free, accurate information on rights and the law
Safe place to talk at any time about any issues
Government services and information
Find a local, qualified financial adviser
Search for financial advisers, accountants or pension mortgage advisers
Apprenticeships guide for parents
Guidance on finding the right apprenticeship for you
Tools, calculators and advice on money, saving, debt and budgeting
Managing money more effectively for women under 35
Support for women aged 16-30 struggling on low or no pay and at risk of being in poverty
Helping young people understand money matters
Financial advice for students, teaching aid for teachers
Connecting girls from the least advantaged communities with a mentor and professional role models
Advice on how to get more from your money
Financial education for women
Investment guidance
Education, information and advice on money matters
Managing personal finances
Debt advice & support
Support & advice about loans, credit & debt
Financial education, support and tools
Money & Mental Health – Practical Financial Skills to Manage Money
Advice, information and training for students
Calculator for workers
Pension information and planning tools
Guidance on achieving a better income in retirement
Information about your state pension
Check your state pension
Guidance about your pension options
Find a qualified, local financial adviser
How to spot and avoid pension scammers
Support, education and information
Mental health services in England
Menopause treatment, overview and symptoms
Treatment, support and information
Women’s heart matters magazine
Women’s health
Social care and support
Advice and support
Advice about caring for older people
Support for families facing dementia
Information and support
advice, information and support for carers
Voluntary initiative across the insurance sector for employers to commitment to supporting and welcoming working parents and championing inclusion.
Network and guidance for women returning to work following a career break
Website where parents can pool knowledge, advice and support
Support for employees and educating employers on returning to work
Support for working mothers and guide and advisor for employers
Advice and information for working parents and supporting employers to create a better work-life balance
Financial support information about your child’s living costs when you are separated
Relationship support for individuals, couples and families
Family support services across Scotland
Support for parents during separation and divorce
Information and advice for everyone affected by family separation
Relationship support from a mobile-friendly platform
Online space where separated parents can work out how they will support and care for their child
Guidance and support for women and girls subject to economic abuse
Sexual violence support, counselling and information services
Domestic violence support
Domestic abuse information
Domestic abuse information and support
Domestic Abuse, Sexual Violence and Substance Use
Internet Safety Guide for Women
Domestic violence resources
The impact & problems that addictive substances can have on your sleep
Legal differences between living together, getting married and entering a civil partnership
Cohabitation rights
Understanding the gender pay gap in the UK
Guidance and advice on pay rights
