What challenges do seniors face when it comes to mobility and independence?
Many people look forward to retirement, viewing it as a time to finally relax, slow down, and peacefully enjoy life. While it’s true that the golden years can be some of the best years of life, there are still some significant challenges. Older adults face particular problems due to their age and life circumstances. Here are some of the most common problems faced by seniors. Physical and Mental Health Many older adults maintain good health and are fully able to function both physically and mentally well into their later years. However, the biological effects of aging do lead to more physical and mental health problems among the senior population than in younger age groups. As we age, muscles and bones begin to weaken, we lose eyesight and hearing, and mobility often becomes limited. Seniors also suffer from dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, which affects about 10 percent of people over age 65, increasing to 32 percent of people 85 and older. Health Care Costs/N...