LOS ANGELES: 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:
2. False confidence.
Older people have more confidence in themselves than professionals do. Only 10 percent of professionals think that seniors are “very prepared” to face old age, while over 40 percent of seniors feel they are reasonably well prepared for what lies ahead…