Mandatory retirement

My obvious conclusion is that there are a host of seniors who are living very limited and unhappy lives. They have not discovered the joy and fulfillment or the sheer happiness that should come with healthy aging. They need to commit themselves to overcome their limitations and move forward to develop a wholesome and satisfying life for themselves. So I now move on to outline what they can do to achieve a richer, freer, and fulfilling life ahead by making responsible life choices in their daily…

There are many social problems that affect our society. They affect people of all ages, race/ethnicity, and class. One of these groups is the elderly. Over the years the elderly have been looked at less, research has switched to children. The main reasons behind this shift is due to the drop in poverty level for older adults( Carr, 2010). Deborah Carr (2010) states that in 1959 the poverty level for the elderly was 35 percent then dropped to 15 percent in the 1970's. Carr also discusses how…

We’re all going to get old. It’s not something people want or like to think about. In fact, some people, even adults, are hesitant to spend time with elderly people because it can remind them of their own mortality. [5] There’s no doubt that some aspect of aging will be uncomfortable or undesirable. [1] Whether it’s your family pushing you into a senior living center, having health issues, facing age discrimination or really just having your body fail (which it surely will), some part of aging…

What Is A Blepharoplasty? A blepharoplasty is a procedure that can remove skin, muscle or fat from the upper or lower eyelids. It can also improve vision by correcting droopy eyelids. Some patients get the upper and lower eyelid done at the same. Others only get the upper or lower eyelid done. What Is A Cosmetic Blepharoplasty? A cosmetic blepharoplasty is performed for cosmetic purposes only. The lower or upper eyelids may become baggy or droopy as the result of the natural aging process.…

Swiss Chalet. ‘I don’t believe in retirement’: Five boomers on why they’re not ready to quit (The Globe and Mail) Or maybe not. A scientific survey of my immediate friends shows that none of them are planning to retire any time soon. They are designers, lawyers, doctors, marketers, entrepreneurs, artists,…

Are you rapidly approaching retirement age? Are you wondering when the best time to start collecting Social Security is for you? Well, you’re not alone. With the rules concerning Social Security changing yearly, it’s easy to get confused as to when you’re even allowed to retire and start collecting your money. Yes, I said your money because you worked hard all your life to be able to collect it. So when is the best time to start collecting Social Security? It depends upon your situation.…

Aging at home has multiple advantages for seniors. There is an old proverb that says: “Travel East, Travel West, After all HOME is best.” Home is not merely a geographic location, nor is it just a sweet spot in our memory. Home is where you feel at peace with yourself and most comfortable and secure. Many health care treatments that were once offered only in the hospital, doctor’s office or nursing facility can now be done at home and are every bit as effective . Some of the benefits of aging…

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), most developed countries generally consider ‘older adults’ as individuals who are 65-years-old and older (2009). Additionally, beyond chronological age, an individual’s age can also be outlined by encompassing biological, psychological, and socio-cultural processes (Cohen, 2002). Although there are other ways to define one’s age, such as an individual’s social roles, their physical ability level, their physical appearance, and an individual’s…

Features and Amenities to Look for in 55+ Communities With the average life expectancy being nearly 80 years of age, baby boomers have a lot of living to do. More often than not, baby boomers want to remain active until they can’t any longer. As a result of this, many baby boomers are interested in purchasing homes in 55 communities in Bryn Mawr. For people interested in living in a vibrant community, there are a few things they should make a priority. Seniors Should Look for Communities that…

created to provide senior citizens with a minimal income after retirement ("Social Security."). The money provided from Social Security was meant to be an additional resource to assist retired citizens and as President Roosevelt stated “this plan for economic security is at once a measure of prevention and a method of alleviation” (Roosevelt). In 2007, about 33% of seniors relied on Social Security for 90%, or more of their retirement income, and 67% of seniors relied on it for the majority of…