Who are the Young-Olds?

The “young-old” are active retirees challenging stereotypes about older people. Bernice Neugarten coined the term in the 1970s, describing those aged 55-65 as not old but not middle-aged. Many enjoy physical activity, travel, and community involvement, and some fight age discrimination. The term “young-old” is sometimes used to describe older adults who are retired but […]

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