CHICAGO: 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:
1. Maintaining good health.
People are focused on maintaining their physical and mental health as they get older, and are particularly concerned about memory loss. Professionals are more worried about the financial lives of seniors as well as the accessibility of affordable housing…