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Aging
America's farmers are getting older
Feb 20, 2024
The average age of farmers is increasing as young aspiring farmers face financial barrier to starting up.
What the Rollings Stones, Dolly Parton and others teach us about the economic benefits of aging
by
David Brancaccio
, Chris Farrell
and Alex Schroeder
Dec 5, 2023
It pays to play on as you age.
More older people are still paying off mortgages
Nov 30, 2023
New data from Harvard’s Joint Center for Housing Studies shows that a growing number of people in their 60s, 70s and 80s still have mortgage debt, and they’re carrying more of it than than previous generations did.
How “age tech” is creating opportunities for older adults
by
David Brancaccio
and Chris Farrell
Oct 5, 2023
Growing numbers of entrepreneurs and their financial backers are starting to see aging as an opportunity for innovation and profit.
How to prepare for the care economy
Jul 26, 2023
A new book lays out how to align finances and personal goals so you can enjoy aging.
Why “aging in place” is a growth industry
Apr 10, 2023
As members of the baby boom generation approach or reach their elderly years, more homes will need to be modified to accommodate them.
Why an aging population doesn't spell economic doom
by
David Brancaccio
, Chris Farrell
and Jarrett Dang
Nov 23, 2022
Older people's economic contributions are growing, as well as support costs. Chris Farrell discusses how to strengthen the longevity economy.
For public good, not for profit.
New tool helps evaluate older adults' decision-making ability
by
David Brancaccio
and Rose Conlon
May 25, 2022
The system is designed to gauge whether formal psychiatric assessment may be needed.
As the population ages, the costs of dementia will climb, report finds
by
David Brancaccio
, Chris Farrell
and Rose Conlon
Nov 30, 2021
From medical costs to the value of unpaid caregiving, dementia is getting more expensive for families.
Chinese citizens greet new 3-child policy with humor
by
Jennifer Pak
Jun 21, 2021
Women in China have taken to social media to push back against having one more child.