Projections of Ohio's Older Disabled Population: 2015 to 2050

摘要

The design and delivery of appropriate, accessible, and affordable long-term care services is a challenge for every society that is fortunate to have an aging population. With one of the largest older populations in our nation, Ohio is dealing with these challenges today. As the Baby Boom generation ages and the number of older people reaches unprecedented heights, the challenges and opportunities of an aging society will be magnified. Because of the importance of these demographic changes for state policy, we present this report on the projected growth of the aged population in the state of Ohio between 2015 and 2050. Our report focuses on the growth of the older population overall, and on growth among the segment of older people who will experience some limitation in their ability to perform basic activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and preparing meals.