Things ain’t like they used to be
August 16, 2013
In previous generations, folks lived—and then they died—in close proximity to family. With advances in technology and medical care, people are now living longer. While there is still no miracle cure for aging—no fountain of youth— on average, we live longer and have access to greater resources that increase the quality of life. Rather than an abrupt end, more of us will face some period of gradual decline requiring skilled care.
