Sam's story

Meet Sam

Sam retired at the age of 72 and has been enjoying his retirement. It has taken him a little while to get used to a different routine and find things to occupy his time. Sam always thought he would retire earlier but as he entered his 60s, he wasn’t financially ready to. He requested retirement quotes through OneView a couple of times, but each time, he changed his mind. Now, he’s enjoying having more free time. He’s even planning a once-in-a-lifetime trip with his brother that they’ve talked about since they were kids. They didn’t have the money to travel when they were younger, but they’ve both contributed into their pensions throughout their working life and can now afford to make the trip. 

This is what we don’t know about Sam

After a recent health check-up at his GP surgery, Sam discovered that he has type 2 diabetes. He’s known for a little while that this might happen because of his blood test results, but now that it’s official, he’s worried about how it will affect his health. The GP reassures him that, with the right diet and exercise, he can gain control of his diabetes. Sam hasn’t been as active since he retired, as he hasn’t needed to go out as much. But now he is more determined than ever to improve his fitness so that he can enjoy his holiday.  

How we can support Sam

Support to stay healthy in retirement
Sam wants to make the most of his retirement and stay active. Through WeCare, he can access guidance on nutrition and lifestyle changes, helping him manage his health and feel more in control day to day.

Help to better understand his health
After receiving a diagnosis, Sam may want extra reassurance. Through WeCare, he can access a second medical opinion, helping him better understand his condition and feel more confident about the care he receives.

Ongoing support beyond retirement
Even after retiring, Sam continues to have access to support when he needs it. Whether it’s wellbeing guidance through WeCare, practical help, or managing his pension through Canada Life One View, where he can securely access his pension information, view important documents and keep his details up to date, he has the reassurance that support is there throughout retirement.