A Dozen Big Questions About Aging in America

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I WANT TO RECYCLE NOT RETIRE

LILLIE THOMAS of AL 12:07PM March 20, 2012

I WANT TO RECYCLE NOT RETIRE

LILLIE THOMAS of AL 12:06PM March 20, 2012

WOW! With the frightening possibility that I may live until 2030, I am aghast that I have not tried to use that part of my brain not clobbered by stroke to learn Spanish. I am starting today. If my "Great Depression Generation" could only find a way to change the drug culture demanded by so many, we would pass on to our great-great grandchildren a Nation, united under God, with liberty and justice for all!

Mary McNellis of OH 11:52AM August 08, 2010

hmmm in the future maybe no one will get old?

tingtong of AR 6:45PM August 05, 2010

We have to stop equating growing old with being sick. Aging does not automatically mean decline and illness.
Modern medicine is very good at cutting, pasting and sewing and not good at all helping people stay healthy. Maybe that's because medical schools are focused on relying on often questionable pharmaceutical drugs instead of what constitutes healthy living.
Personal responsibility (a dirty phrase for sure ) is the key to a healthy future.

Barbara Morris of CA 1:04PM August 05, 2010

As Americans age we need to consider continuing healthcare services that allow us to “age in place”, in our homes and communities. Home care and adult day care are two inexpensive and effective options available. One or a combination of both will allow our loved ones to remain at home and independent for as long as possible. Medical adult day cares such as Active Day http://www.activeday.com offer a safe and secure environment for your loved one and respite for caregivers, five days a week, eight hours a day. Adult day care facilities offer health care supervision, socialization, community outings, therapeutic programming, meals and transportation.

CaregiversUSA of MD 12:30PM August 04, 2010