Our population is aging quickly, younger baby boomers (ages 54-74) are starting to retire, and birth rates in the U.S. have dipped to a 30-year low. Scientists predict that by 2050, the number of Americans ages 65 and older will be 88.5 million — that’s more than double the 2010 count of 40.3 million.
In order to meet the needs of this growing population, we will need to regularly address issues such as elder abuse, ageism, transportation, and nutrition while focusing on the availability of quality-of-life activities and opportunities for seniors.
This special issue highlights some of the amazing resources and activities that Santa Barbara has to offer for seniors, as well as some tips on aging from experts in our community.