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Apr 8,
2009Facts About Senior citizens and Issues Affecting Them
Filed under: Health;2 CommentsThe community needs to draw upon the skills and sagacity (perception or judgment – maybe even wisdom) of seniors
The community needs to provide the respect and recognition seniors have earned (dignity)
Over the next 40 years the senior population will grow at a disproportionately high rate when compared to other age groups.
Assumed an extended lifespan, quality of life is a major concern for seniors.
Numbers are increasing.
Life expectancy is increasing.
The life expectancy of one who reaches 65 years old is an additional 19.3 years to 84.3 years, nearly two years more than the life expectancy in 1990.













