For instance, some may not be able to afford home health care and could be at risk for harm and hospitalizations, then be forced to a nursing home because they cannot care for themselves. With many in this generation living longer than expected many will need help with everyday things like shopping, paying bills, dressing, bathing and meals. Though the author says “Most of this care is provided by unpaid family caregivers, whose numbers are decreasing” (Braggs & Hansen 92). There is a need for more solutions like, support and services at home providers, then many more baby boomers may have the opportunity to stay in their homes, but with such a large generation there is just not enough in the workforce to accommodate this very large generation yet. So, for this growing generation, there are many things that could possibly keep them from living in their own homes during retirement. Although, many are determined to stay living in their homes, they may not have a choice if they cannot hire the right help to keep them safe. In fact, many baby boomers may not get all the help they need during their retirement due to this generation being so
For instance, some may not be able to afford home health care and could be at risk for harm and hospitalizations, then be forced to a nursing home because they cannot care for themselves. With many in this generation living longer than expected many will need help with everyday things like shopping, paying bills, dressing, bathing and meals. Though the author says “Most of this care is provided by unpaid family caregivers, whose numbers are decreasing” (Braggs & Hansen 92). There is a need for more solutions like, support and services at home providers, then many more baby boomers may have the opportunity to stay in their homes, but with such a large generation there is just not enough in the workforce to accommodate this very large generation yet. So, for this growing generation, there are many things that could possibly keep them from living in their own homes during retirement. Although, many are determined to stay living in their homes, they may not have a choice if they cannot hire the right help to keep them safe. In fact, many baby boomers may not get all the help they need during their retirement due to this generation being so