Top News From Today's "Boomiverse"
Single boomers seek love on their terms
Megan Finnerty
The Arizona Republic
November 29, 2006
Overview: According to Finnerty, “Of the nearly 82 million baby boomers in America, a third are single.” But being single is no longer deemed as a weakness to boomers as they redefine what it means to be happy. With money and health on their side, boomers understand that companionship and enjoyment can take a myriad of forms other than marriage.
Germany aims to entice 'baby boomers' back to work
Paul Carrel
Reuters News
November 29, 2006
Overview: Germany plans to increase the retirement age to 67 in an attempt to curb government funding for retirees and boost unemployment rates. Although the proposed legislation would incorporate age diversity into the workplace, many argue that this new law would generate financial obstacles for the boomer generation.
RV makers put hopes behind aging baby boomers
Reuters
The Globe and Mail
November 29, 2006
Overview: Despite the decline of motor home sales in recent months, RV industry leaders believe this trend will reverse as baby boomers continue enter their 50s. According to Reuters, “Over the next decade that market is expected to double to 80 million from 40 million.”
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/LAC.20061129.RRVHOMES29/TPStory/Business
Most cities unprepared for surge Baby Boomers, survey finds
Diane C. Lade
South Florida Sun-Sentinel
November 29, 2006
Overview: America’s baby boomers are pushing toward their 50s and 60s; however, new evidence implies that the nation’s cities are not adequately equipped to “meet the needs of their aging populations.” Specifically, “The ‘Maturing of America’ report found only 46 percent of 1,790 cities and counties surveyed nationwide have done anything to address the needs of aging Boomers.”
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The U.S. Census Bureau tells us that of the 97 million Americans who are 45 or older, almost 40 percent - 36.2 million - are available singles. There is no shame in being single. So here are five steps to cut through the confusion, eliminate the fear and re-define your experience of dating and being single as a journey of fun and learning that "It's just a date - not the rest of your life."
Posted by Lisa | October 12, 2007 11:56 PM
Posted on October 12, 2007 23:56