We're All Getting Older...So How Much Do You Know?

Well no one entered our Again in America Contest. I guess we made it too difficult. Here are the quiz questions. The Correct answer is bolded and in green for each question.

How many Americans are 65 years of age or older?

4.9 Million
16.7 Million
25.7 Million
34.7 Million
40.2 Million

In 2030 what percentage of the population is estimated to be 65 or older?

5%
10%
20%
25%
30%

Elder abuse Is a growing problem, as our population ages, with neglect being the most common form of abuse. Name the most common source of this abuse, which accounts for 66% of the neglect cases.

Family Members
Nursing Homes
Hired Caregivers
Hospitals
Self-Inflicted

What was the average life expectancy in 1776?

22
35
42
65
67

What was the average life expectancy 200 years later in 1996?

65
67
76
87
89

How many years longer is a child born in 1995 expected to live than a child born in 1900?

5
7
18
28
32

How many doctor/hospital visits does someone between the ages of 22 and 44 average per year?

None
Two
Three
Five
Six

How many doctor/hospital visits does someone between the ages of 65 and 74 average per year?

None
Two
Three
Five
Six

As we get older, we have more illness, which is part of the aging process and should be expected.

True
False

All Five senses tend to decline in old age

True
False

Now you know a little more about aging in America. If you or a loved one would benefit from in-home assistance, please contact Home Sweet Home Care Inc., because there is no place like home for care!