NEW YORK: A survey of those age 60 and over, along with various professionals who work with the elderly, to assess the concerns and needs of an aging population revealed that many of the issues revolve around finances and health. But what is especially interesting is that the professionals, ranging from doctors to counselors to money managers, often expressed different views from regular people when it comes to issues that should be addressed. Here are ten significant findings from the survey:
3. Staying in your current home.
Almost 60 percent of seniors have not changed residence in the last 20 years, and 75 percent say they “intend to live in their current home for the rest of their lives.” However, the majority of seniors say they would like to see more services available to help them adapt their homes for their developing needs. Many people admit that they will need help maintaining their homes, but most of them do not believe that their communities have the ability to help them out…