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Mapping your future--a proactive approach to aging.

Marcia Spira1

  • 1Loyola University Chicago, School of Social Work, Water Tower Campus, 820 N Michigan, Chicago, IL 60611, USA.

Journal of Gerontological Social Work
|August 12, 2006
PubMed
Summary

This study developed a future planning tool for older adults. The individualized portfolio encourages reflection on health, finances, and relationships to promote well-being and empowerment.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Public Health
  • Sociology

Background:

  • Growing population of healthy, long-living older adults requires new approaches to life planning.
  • Shift in focus from decline to the strengths and potential of older individuals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the development of a future planning tool for older adults.
  • To create an individualized portfolio to aid in contemplating future needs and resources.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a portfolio tool.
  • Inclusion of key life domains: health, work/leisure, finances, housing, relationships/support systems.

Main Results:

  • The tool provides an individualized portfolio for future planning.
  • It covers essential domains for older adults' lives.

Conclusions:

  • The tool facilitates discussions about life choices for older adults.
  • It aims to foster a sense of empowerment and enhance well-being in later life.

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