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Who will love me when I'm 64?: the importance of relationships in later life
- Authors:
- HARRIES Ellen, CASAS Lucy de Las
- Publishers:
- New Philanthropy Capital, Relate
- Publication year:
- 2013
- Pagination:
- 23
- Place of publication:
- London
Good quality personal relationships are important to everyone at all stages of life. This report explores the role of couple, family and social relationships for the baby boomer generation and how these may be put under strain in older age. It draws on a comprehensive literature review, an analysis of publicly available datasets, an an Ipsos MORI surevey of 1,390 adults about their attitudes to ageing. The first section of the report outlines why relationships are important, and argues they are good for both individuals and society, and should be considered the third pillar of a good old age. The second section reviews existing data and research on what is known about the relationships of baby boomers and how they are likely to change with age. The third section looks at the strains of baby boomers' relationships as they retire, focusing on the transitions people go through as they age, such as retirement and a decline in physical and mental health. Recommendations for government, commissioners, charities and older people are presented. (Edited publisher abstract)
Who will love me, when I'm 64? The importance of relationships in later life
- Authors:
- HARRIES Ellen, CASAS Lucy de Las
- Publishers:
- New Philanthropy Capital, Relate
- Publication year:
- 2013
- Pagination:
- 23
- Place of publication:
- London
This report forms part of a wider campaign which Relate is running on the importance of relationships in later life. Its research aimed to explore the importance of couple, family and social relationships in the context of ageing, and to understand how baby boomers’ relationships may be put under strain as they approach retirement and in older age. The research included: a comprehensive literature and policy review; analysis of publicly available datasets; Interviews with figures in government, charities, service providers and academics; an Ipsos MORI survey of 1,390 adults aged 50 and over about their attitudes towards ageing; and a roundtable of experts to review findings and develop recommendations. The report includes case studies of local organisations which aim to counter loneliness and isolation, and to encourage friendship, relationships and social support. (Edited publisher abstract)