Canada‘s aging population is growing at unprecedented levels. ; ; By 2020, the number of Canadians 65 years or older will double from its current level of 3.5 million and the fastest growing segment of the Canadian population is 85 and older. In the high net worth market, 32 per cent of Canadians with $1 million or more in investable assets are now over the age of 70 and this percentage is also expected to increase dramatically in the next decade. ; Families with aging parents are often ill prepared to deal with the significant changes that come with aging. ; For example: ;– ; Only 36 per cent of children with aging parents report having discussed long-term care with their parents – ; And 63 per cent claim a profound sense of guilt if their parents aren’t adequately provided for ; As this demographic change takes effect, all of the associated challenges – from chronic illness and dementia to care giving and estate planning – are quickly becoming a reality. Seniors and their families are already feeling and increased sense of urgency to address the inevitable financial uncertainties
Ce contenu est restreint aux membres. Si vous êtes un utilisateur enregistré, connectez vous. Les nouveaux utilisateurs peuvent s'enregistrer ci-dessous.
