Quiz: 10 Questions From 'Boomer.ology'

Universal Design means that housing and buildings are usable by all people, to the greatest extent possible, without the need for specialty products or customization. 

According to AAA, older adults outlive their ability to drive by 7 to 10 years.

According to the 2018 AARP Home and Community Preferences Survey, 77 percent of people age 50 and over agree with the statement, "What I'd really like to do is remain in my community for as long as possible." Similarly, 76 percent agree with the statement, "What I'd really like to do is remain in my current residence for as long as possible."

The National Council on Aging reports that approximately 70 percent of senior center users are women.

The Greatest Generation, the Silent Generation, the Boomer Generation and some Generation Xer's can all join AARP. (Membership is available to people age 50-plus.)

The average 2018 Social Security payment to retirees: $1,404 a month. 

The Pew Research Center reports that 85 percent of people age 65 or over own a cell phone or smartphone.

According to the AARP Public Policy Institute the age-85-plus population will more than triple in size between 2010 and 2060, making it the fastest growing of any age group during that time period.

While living with a pet has many benefits for many people (of all ages), having a pet or companion animal is not a domain in the 8 Domains of Livability.

Consumer Advocates for RCFE Reform provides information and research on the assisted living care model, regulatory compliance documents, and related aging issues and services. The organization also advocates for improvements to the long-term care continuum to ensure the delivery of safe, quality care to residents.