Will More Americans Be Able To Work Into Their 70s?

There are an increasing number of Americans that are delaying their retirement and continuing to work into their 70s. This article discusses many of the concerns senior citizens have about the impact that work will have on their health. A growing number of baby boomers are expressing concerns about the wear and tear that working into their 70s will have on their bodies. This article presents statistical data and resources that show how education and other socioeconomic factors can impact the percentage of seniors with disabilities. As the average life expectancy continues to increase and more people enter into their retirement years society is going to have to make policy adjustments to adapt to the changes.

See Chris Farrell, Will You Really Be Able to Work Into Your 70s?, Next Avenue, November 25, 2015.