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Topic- Attitudes & perceptions
Stats: Fraud losses skyrocket to $2.4 billion among those 60+
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently issued its annual report to Congress on protecting older adults, which shows a big increase in the number of older adults reporting losses of over $100,000 to scams. The report details the FTC’s multipronged efforts to stop deceptive acts and practices that impact older adults through law enforcement actions, rulemaking, and consumer education campaigns and outreach. It also highlights data gathered through consumer reports on fraud targeting older adults. It's well worth a read and could serve as the foundation for community education projects.
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Wellness the number-one purchase motivator in real estate
Homes and communities designed around wellness are reporting resale values 10%–25% higher, and commercial properties are achieving rental premiums of 4.5% to 7.5% more per square foot, according to the Global Wellness Institute (GWI). The America at Home Study, which surveyed US consumers across the country, found that wellness is now the number-one purchase motivator in real estate – and that wellness real estate is a $548 billion sector globally.
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Stats: 47% of retirees thought they'd be healthier in retirement
Americans’ shifting lifestyles are reshaping retirement, according to a new report based on responses to the Guardian 14th Annual Workplace Benefits Study. As Americans live longer, many are eager to make the most of their retirement years, the report says; 54% of retiree respondents said they are in good financial health, providing them with the financial freedom to pursue passions, travel to dream destinations, or spend quality time with family.
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Many older adults can bounce back from poor well-being
Nearly one-quarter of older adults ages 60 or older who initially reported poor well-being had regained optimal well-being within three years, according to a study from the University of Toronto, Canada. The study highlights the potential value of an active and healthy lifestyle, including maintaining healthy body weight, not smoking, becoming physically active, tackling sleeping problems, and preventing and managing chronic diseases, as well as the value of fostering psychological, emotional and social wellness. It also highlights that staff should not "give up" too soon on someone who may be feeling and functioning below par.
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Stats: Less than half of adults 65+ taking steps to age in place
Overall, 46% of respondents to a poll of US adults ages 65 and older have taken steps to "age in place," including 31% who have made modifications to make their home more age-friendly and 26% who have already moved to a place that can meet their needs as they age. The poll findings may inform active-aging community management about potential customer plans, as well as plans for those already living in a life plan community.
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Tech Talk: Digital technology use tied to less risk of cognitive decline
Contrary to expectations, a recent study showed that digital technologies are actually associated with reduced - not increased - cognitive decline. The meta-analysis of technology use and cognitive aging was sparked by the ongoing concern about the passive activity of digital technologies and its relation to accelerating risks of dementia.
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