Healthcare

You don’t have to look far to know that America is aging. Though we’ll know more once the 2020 Census is complete, the number of people over 65 is roughly 73 million right now (almost double the number of seniors in 2010). If you’re reading this, you probably know one or two of them. Given the “graying of America” as Baby Boomers become seniors, elder care is becoming a more common topic of conversation.

Keeping your mind and body sharp through activity is important at every age. In the elderly population, however, it’s especially important to keep active to maintain cognitive and physical health, according to several studies. Fortunately, available activities for seniors have expanded beyond chess, bingo, and television.

Independence. We all crave it from an early age, and it gets harder for many of us to hold onto as we get older. As we age, the decision between moving to senior assisted living or independent living can be tough. So which is right for you?

Healthcare costs in the United States are among the highest in the world, with Americans spending nearly twice as much as other high-income countries. And while there have been efforts to rein in these expenses, many of us are still unable to get the healthcare we need at an affordable price.