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Ninety and not out-Understanding our oldest old
1Health Research Institute, Faculty of Health, University of Canberra, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia.
Australasian Journal on Ageing
|July 20, 2019
Summary
The number of Australian nonagenarians is rapidly increasing, with a significant rise in men aged 90 and over. This demographic shift necessitates strategic planning for aged care services.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Demography
- Public Health
Background:
- Australia is experiencing a significant increase in its nonagenarian population.
- Understanding the characteristics of this demographic is crucial for future planning.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the growing number of Australian nonagenarians.
- To present novel data on this specific older population group.
- To explore the implications for aged care service delivery, planning, and policy.
Main Methods:
- Statistical analysis of Australian Bureau of Statistics Census and survey data.
- Analysis of de-identified Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) aged care and mortality data.
Main Results:
- The male nonagenarian population nearly doubled between 2006 and 2016.
- The female nonagenarian population increased by 55% during the same period.
- This cohort benefits from reduced mortality rates since 1970, showing demographic shifts.
Conclusions:
- Nonagenarians represent a substantial proportion of aged care service users.
- Their demographic profiles are critical for effective current and future aged care service planning.
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