Aging Sourcebook: Basic Information on Issues Affecting Older Americans, Including Demographic Trends, Social Security, Medicare, Estate Planning, Legal Rights, Health and Safety, Elder Care Options, Retirement Lifestyle Options, and End of Life IssuesDan R. Harris Perspectives regarding the role of the elderly in American society continue to change as older Americans continue to live longer, healthier, and lead more active lives. The Aging Sourcebook speaks directly to this growing population, covering such topics as Social Security, Medicare, legal and financial issues, health care and safety, long term care, and end of life issues. This volume contains useful information for the general reader concerned with the issues that affect the lives of older Americans. |
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