The statistics are overwhelming. Given that 10,000 Baby Boomers are turning 65 each day, and given that our overall population trends continue to show increased longevity, there are more caregivers in America today than ever before. And the number is … Continue reading
Finally. This week’s blog is in an area where I have a great deal of first-hand knowledge. I am a card-carrying Baby Boomer, part of a small U.S. demographic bubble of about 78 million. Many Boomers officially kicked off ‘retirement’ … Continue reading
There are actually 303,880 reasons to worry about caregiving. According to a study recently released by AARP, the average caregiver will realize a lifetime income related loss of $303,880. Is this inevitable? Statistics show that most of us will become … Continue reading
By Suzanne Gregory, Sarasota County Openly Plans for Excellence (SCOPE) The American Society on Aging conference on San Francisco was a tremendous opportunity to learn from scores of dedicated professionals across many areas of aging, including nonprofit leaders, senior center … Continue reading
By Tim Dutton, Executive Director, Sarasota County Openly Plans for Excellence (SCOPE) The fact that the number of older adults will more than double over the next 40 years has considerable public policy implications. This statement of the obvious does … Continue reading