Aging and Caring Text Journal Read pg. 395-399, Review #8-10 pg. 401 “Honorable descent is, in all nations, greatly esteemed. It is to be expected that the children of men of worth will be like their progenitors; for nobility is the virtue of a family.” Aristotle Do you think your grandparents are pleased with the person you are becoming? Have you taken the time to really get to know them? What are the things that you like best about them?

“You’re Only Old Once” By: Dr. Seuss

Old Age Quiz True or False Elderly people are too old to hold responsible jobs. Elderly people are cute and adorable. Elderly people are senile. Elderly people are boring. Elderly people are in good or excellent health. Elderly people are ugly. Elderly people can think clearly. Elderly people can learn new things. Elderly people enjoy sex. Elderly people are a burden. Elderly people spend a lot of time doing very little. Elderly people are in nursing homes.

Old Age Answers False – They may not be as efficient where physical labor, speed or concentration are critical but most older workers perform as well as younger workers. False – Society often perceives older adults as children and treat them that way. False – It is normal for short-term memory to decrease over time and for information to be processed less efficiently than when they were young. By age 80, only 6% of the elderly population is senile.

Old Age Answers False – Old people have a wealth of experience and life stories that most are willing to share. True – Most aged people consider their health to be good or excellent most of the time. False – Our society is very youth-oriented, but that does not mean that only young people can be beautiful. Old age is a different king of beauty, one enhanced by character and wisdom.

Old Age Answers True – Older adults have a harder time picking up information because their eyesight and hearing often decline. The key to thinking clearly is being an active learner all your life, getting a good education and being in good health. True – The older generation is more interested in the arts, in children, are more creative, philosophical and spiritual than those younger. Many take classes or do volunteer work.

Old Age Answers True – Older people do enjoy physical intimacy. Sexuality can be lifelong. False – Most older people live in their own homes and strive to be just as independent as possible. False – Most older people keep as busy as they would like to be pursuing household chores, hobbies, volunteer work and social networks. False – What percent do you think are in nursing homes? The actual number is 5%.

Aspects of Aging Emotional Aspects Physical Aspects Sexual Aspects They may experience some identity problems in re-defining their roles as they age. Physical Aspects The human body matures at about the age of 25. At this point, the body begins to deteriorate. The organs become less efficient and sensory problems occur. Sexual Aspects Females: Menopause, around 50 the female sex hormones slow down. Males: Climacteric, male sex hormones begin decreasing around 50 and by 80 very few are produced. Financial Aspects Finances are their greatest worry. Social Security, Medicare and Pension Plans are not adequate.

Welcome to the Senior Citizens’ Home! Aging Simulation