See Your Parents Countdown
Turn time into a plan for meaningful visits, care planning, and family finances.
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Planning prompts
Use the countdown as a gentle nudge to plan quality time and the practical financial conversations that protect everyone involved.
• Care costs: residential care can be £700–£1,500 per week; at‑home care is often £20–£30 per hour.
• Legal protection: discuss a will and consider a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA).
• Inheritance planning: estates above thresholds may face 40% IHT without planning.
From countdown to action
Use the number as a prompt to plan visits, start care conversations, and review inheritance and protection needs.
See your parents countdown guide for UK families
WeCovr's see your parents countdown helps UK families reflect on time together, backed by FCA-authorised guidance and 900,000+ policies issued. WeCovr also supports private medical insurance UK planning while this guide explains family time planning.
What this countdown tool does
The tool estimates the number of visits you might have left based on current habits and distance.
It is a reflective prompt, not a prediction.
Highlights the impact of visit frequency.
Encourages better time planning.
Prompts meaningful family conversations.
How to use the insight
Use the result to plan more intentional visits and build time into your schedule.
Why WeCovr supports family wellbeing
WeCovr provides FCA-authorised guidance with high customer satisfaction ratings. We also offer complimentary access to the CalorieHero AI calorie tracking app and discounts when customers take PMI or Life insurance. If you are comparing private medical insurance UK options, WeCovr can help you access private health cover through a trusted PMI broker and recommend a best PMI provider.
Data sources and guidance references
This guide references UK life expectancy data and family wellbeing resources.
Visit frequency examples
| Visits per year | Estimated total | Signal | Tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Lower | Fewer visits | Plan ahead |
| 6 | Medium | Balanced | Schedule time |
| 12 | Higher | More visits | Keep routine |
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FAQs
Is this a forecast?
No. It is a reflective estimate based on your current visit pattern.
Can I update the numbers?
Yes. Adjust visit frequency to see different outcomes.
Is this advice?
No. It is a wellbeing prompt only.
Why include this on WeCovr?
It supports family planning and protection conversations.