katherine1545925565 0 Posted May 24, 2007 Share Posted May 24, 2007 Hi there, I wonder if you can give me some ideas... my dad is retiring next year after 30 years in the force - he's totally stuck for ideas for what to do next! does anyone have any suggestions? what have you all gone on to do? any help much appreciated cheers kath Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stan Still 1 Posted May 24, 2007 Share Posted May 24, 2007 My advice is to keep away from police stations at all costs. Don't get a job as a civvy, or become a solicitor's runner. Get away from it and keep the good memories. He needs to keep his brain and body active - I've seen a few pensioners who just go to seed because they have nothing left to live for. What are his hobbies or interests? Is there something he can do in relation to these that would bring in a few bob? The force welfare department should be running pre-retirement courses, giving officers ideas and assistance in this major transition. Get him to get in touch with them. A lot depends on his skills and experience in areas that are not necessarily police related. Wish him all the best and tell him to make sure he gets more out of the pension fund than he put in. That means he has to stick around for at least another 30 years! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimer 0 Posted May 24, 2007 Share Posted May 24, 2007 He needs to think about the sort of job he would like to do. There are jobs such as a postman or driver that are out there with little stress, but he may want a more 'professional'job (I dont wish to demean the role of postman etc) in which case he may wish to speak with someone about composing a CV. A Police Officer has a lot of transferrable skills that aren't always that ovious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Copperballs 0 Posted December 15, 2007 Share Posted December 15, 2007 Insurance Companies are keen on recruiting ex-police officers - he could take the role of an Accident Investigator. This is minimal work and would subsidise his pension dramatically. All he would be doing is obtaining written statements (normally via a lap top) and very basic levels of accident investigation. He could expect a salary of about £1200 pm (net) full time. My father recently left the Armed Forces after 40 years and maintains that keeping the brain active, combined with 30 mins of any physical activity that leaves you breathless, is a sure key for a long and happy life! When I retire I am going to buy a small yacht, do a skippers course, and sail around the world with my dog...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimer 0 Posted December 15, 2007 Share Posted December 15, 2007 Less than a year to go now! Looking forward to leaving the job that I once loved. I only hope that it changes for the better for those I leave behind Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadKev 0 Posted June 20, 2008 Share Posted June 20, 2008 I was impressed by the guys ten years into retirement who came to speak on our course, particularly one guy who said there's really nothing to worry about. B y not committing himself to any one job or employer, he has picked up all sorts of interesting short-term offers, the like of which I keep getting by phone at the moment. Having enjoyed / suffered stability, the comfort zone is difficult to shed but he felt the jobs just kept popping up. Toad-crossing warden employed by a local authority, anyone? International document courier? SAGA cruise ship lecturer? ad infinitum............. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimer 0 Posted June 20, 2008 Share Posted June 20, 2008 Less than six months I am looking to do some training consultancy work although the above sounds fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GonYotin 0 Posted July 6, 2008 Share Posted July 6, 2008 Buy a boat, join a sailing club, go sailing, wave to the marine unit as they amble by.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dept.Ins. 0 Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 There are lots of useful sites about retirement and what to do after you've retired. This is an article from The Telegraph on how best to deal with the changes you are going through. This site has some useful information on planning for retirement. This one is also really good from thisismoney. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tack 0 Posted April 29, 2009 Share Posted April 29, 2009 Hard to say what he should do as we know nothing about him. Financially, if he is completely debtless, his pension ensures he won't have to earn much to maintain a reasonable lifestyle. Going into private industry is a bit of a shock after 30yrs public service. I did it and hated it as it was so mercenary. I much preferred the public sector. You never know what is around the corner also. I had a heart attack within 6mths of retirement, and now I have been diagnosed with Parkinson's 2 years later. Obviously, it doesn't happen to everyone, but it certainly made me reflect on what I wanted from my life. I decided to fully retire at 54, kick back a bit and chill. I cycle a lot, do photography, attend night school, genealogy, visit family, and generally keep myself busy also with DIY etc. I feel much more relaxed about life, less stressed. If he wants to have a gap year and travel, or do other things he always wanted to do, I would highly recommend it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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