The Growth Of The Elderly Population

The demographic characteristics of the senior population has been changing over time. The rise in diversity and the geographic placement of seniors can provide an opportunity to examine their use of the social program SNAP. Characteristics of food insecurity such a geography and race correlate with higher rates of food insecurity and as these same characteristics continue to grow in the senior population. Since seniors have the lowest rates of SNAP participation versus other age groups, and their rates of food insecurity continue to grow it is important to examine what characteristics impact the likelihood of SNAP take up among this population.

For instance, there are behavioral or social reasons for nonparticipation. Some individuals who are eligible may not be aware of their eligibility. In 2009, it was estimated half of the households that were eligible did not participate because they either believed they were ineligible or were unsure if they were eligible. This lack of knowledge has encouraged efforts for SNAP outreach in some areas of the country, with partnering organization working with the state and local SNAP offices Additionally, when looking at explanations for nonparticipation, one might think about those individuals who choose not to participate despite being aware of their eligibility. Some households or individuals will never register for SNAP. These “non-compliers” could make this decisions either for personal reasons, a desire for independence, or issues with the administration of food stamps. Research has highlighted that SNAP participation is negatively impacted by long waiting periods at the local offices and other burdensome administrative and implementation issues for the states and participants (Bartlett, Burstein, & Hamilton, 2004; Currie & Grogger, 2001; U.S. General Accounting Office, 2001; Kabbani 2003; Ratcliffe, McKernan & Feingold, 2007; Zedlewski & Radar,

In the fiscal year 2010, (O’Shaughnessy, 2012) only about 5.1%, or 3 million people, out of the 57.8 million people age sixty and over, received services funded by the Act. These services included home delivered meals, home care, personal care, or case management services on a regular or intensive basis. About 14%, 8 million people, received other services, such as transportation, congregate meals, or information and assistance on a not so regular basis. A report was made by the Government Accountability Office stating that their findings were that many older people are in need of meals and other supportive services to help remain independent in their own communities, but a large portion of them are not getting the help they are in need of. Some barriers causing this lack of help are lack of funding and lack of knowledge among the older Americans that they may be eligible for benefits and services can be available for them.

addition, the policy indirectly supports the families of the elderly. It does so by offering services to caregivers that prevent or shorten costly nursing home placements, relieving financial strain, and providing educational programs to give a better understanding of aging. However, due to insufficient funding OAA services have restricted access and cannot reach all the elderly in need. Statistical demographics reveal that 27% of seniors that are receiving services are below the poverty line, recipients are more likely to be female (71% vs 57%), twice as likely to be rural, more likely to live alone, have less income, less educated, and less healthy than the average senior (Herrera 2013).

Using Item B and elsewhere, assess the view that an ageing population creates problems for society

As I drive by 2520 Irving Blvd Street, I distinctly recall what it felt like to walk out of the Department of Workforce Services building after I figured out that my family qualified for food stamps. There wasn’t a rainbow that day, after sharp flowing sprinkles fell from the sky. The parking lot was vacant for the most part. As our family walked to our old, beat up car my mother had shed a tear of relief. For some people that don’t know what food stamps (S.N.A.P.) are, it is benefits from the government usually based on total gross income. The total amount of money the state will provide depends on several criteria. Before you judge, which I odds are you’ve already done, given that I just told you that my family was impermanently on public assistance. First off, my mom tried to do everything right. She stayed up late on Wednesday nights clipping coupons. She baked her own bread. She steered away from credit card debt. She drove a 10-year-old car. She even tried to get her GED except her French is stronger than her English and she couldn’t comprehend much. Amongst the United States is handling an ongoing issue about the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (S.N.A.P.), which is nearly dropping 47 million Americans whom don’t qualify for food stamps. Overall would increasing hardship and food insecurities for families that severely need it. While some people milk the system and don’t benefit our country trying to abuse it we will talk about how great the amount of cuts

The changing face of families including the increase in number of single mothers who are often poor create a growth in participation of SNAP for single parent households since the 1980s (Ziliack, 2013). This group can significantly attribute to steady growth of SNAP recipients. Further, the growing Hispanic population has increased the caseload and those families on stamp since 2000 (Ziliack, 2013). The aging population is a growing population that put a downward trajectory for participation rates because they have one of the lowest rates of SNAP uptake. Additionally, the uptake among the aging population drastically varies by state impacting the overall participation rate among the subgroup and as America greys the overall SNAP participation by those eligible (Cunnyngham, 2010; Gundersen & Ziliak, 2008; Ziliak,

Canada is currently a very prosperous issue. However, there are a number of potential issues that could threaten this prosperity. These issues are economic, political, social and demographic in nature. In many cases these issues are a combination of economic, political, social and demographic factors.

In fact, the usual image of a lazy and unproductive food stamp recipient is not very accurate, since unemployed middle-aged people rarely get these benefits. As Nicholas Kristof states while writing for the New York Times, “nearly two-thirds of the recipients are children, elderly or disabled.” These benefits go to the people who truly cannot help their own situation, cannot hold a job for legal or physical reasons, and who should not be worried about when they could run out of food. The help these kids get translates to a brighter future, more reasons to work harder and be independent, and a belief that our government can help all of its

This policy is not necessary for a variety of reasons. For one, participation in the Food Stamp program may not necessarily contribute to poor diet quality. A statement released by the USDA claims that food stamp recipients are equally likely to choose foods with minimal nutritional value as those who do not receive food stamp benefits4. In a recent evaluation and analysis of many instances of data about the quality of SNAP participant’s diet differences from those with a similar income who are not

According to Statistics Canada, aging population has steadily increased since the mid-1960. The age of 65 and older comprised 15.7% of the country’s population. Promoting health in these aging population is very crucial to minimise the severity of health complications that might occur in the long run. Gerontological Nursing involves the care of aging people and emphasize the promotion of the highest possible quality of life and wellness throughout the lifespan (Eliopoulos, c2014 p73). Aging people need Gerontological Nurses who are knowledgeable and willing to promote health and optimum quality of life with the consideration of their core needs such as physiological balance, connection and gratification (Eliopoulos, c2014 p78).

The recent growth in the number of older adults in the United States is unusual in the history of America. The anticipation of the elderly population (65+) by the year 2050 will be almost 89million people, or greater than the population of the elderly in the year 2010 (CDC 2013).

I don’t feel this program should be based on age alone. This program should be built on a person’s inability to meet their needs. For example, if someone who 70 and above who has chronic physical or mental illness, impoverished, or struggles with income and nutrition they have this program at their disposal. But what about those people that don’t meet the criteria for this program? Those that are between the age gap of 60 and 70 years old do we tell them- No that can’t have certain services based on an age requirement. According to the text, the OAA program is affected by changing perceptions of our Nation’s aging population. “Americans become more critical of programs that use age-based eligibility criteria, particularly if these programs fail to meet the needs of the most vulnerable elders” (). The key word is “vulnerable, ” and the program should be based on addressing the needs of those who most need it. I know many people may say that we have other programs in place to address the needs of individuals in our country. Programs such as Medicaid, Medicare, as well as many others to answer some of the older populations needs. However, I believe that we should also look at the humanistic requirements of each person not based on age or program eligibility. But their needs related to vulnerability such as health, income, family and caregivers, housing, medications, culture and independence. My grandmother is 92 years old and doesn’t need any of these services that the OAA has to offer. However, my neighbor down the street is in her middle 60’s has no living family and struggles with poor health and is disabled. She could benefit from services and programs but has not yet reached the age limit for all benefits from this program. Which seems unfair in my opinion. What it comes down to is that some older people will face hard times when it comes to aging.

Health care has been an issue for the United States for several years. Universal health care has still not been accomplished, and this means there are many people uninsured across the country who could be seeking medical attention, but cannot afford it. Another problem recently surfaced for the United States. This problem is the aging population. There are many factors that have contributed to the aging population, and they greatly effect health care.

The older adult population in the United States has steadily increased thanks to technology and medical advances. While this definitely is an undeniable achievement, it also creates some challenges that society was not as prevalent to face before. Now that people are living longer it’s also means that often times family members are becoming caregivers to their loved ones during their so called golden years. Not only may it be difficult to care for a loved one, but it also becomes even more burdensome when their loved has a disability. In fact “dementia is one of the major causes of disability and dependency among older people worldwide.” (2016). Fortunately there are adult day centers that serve people with dementia and provide services that can benefit them. However many times caregivers are forgotten about and aren’t provided services that can also benefit them as well. While it does take a bit of pressure off of the caregivers while their loved ones are at the day center, it does not eliminate all the other effects. Many people may not be aware that there are detrimental effects that a caregiver may experience as a result of caring for someone with dementia.