Top News From Today's "Boomiverse"
Aging even tougher for gays and lesbians
Lisa Anderson
Chicago Tribune
October 21, 2008
Overview: “Getting old isn't easy for anyone. But aging poses particular problems for members of the nation's lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender, or LGBT, community. Compared with heterosexual counterparts, many more of them are socially isolated, fear discrimination from health-care providers, live alone and don't have children or other close relatives to call upon for help.”
Boomster.com Launches Social Networking Site for Baby Boomers
Social Media Portal
October 16, 2008
Overview: “New web site features live interactive video interviews and focuses on dreams, interests and careers of baby boomer generation. Boomster.com is a content-rich social networking site for people ages 45-65+ who are exploring or pursuing new ventures, adventures and interests.”