In an era-defining moment, iconic rock band The Who took to the stage at the Woodstock festival, in upstate New York in 1969, and played My generation.Forty years later and lead singer Roger Daltrey, who belted out 'Hope I die before I get old' is now approaching what would be the mandatory retirement age of 65.While there is talk of a concert to mark the festival's 40th anniversary, for the 'baby-boomers', who see it as a key moment in their lives, there are more pressing issues as they face up to joining the ageing population.Resolving the ticking timebomb of how to care for older people - and pay for it -will challenge politicians, those working in the public services, and families.
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