Elders Are the Most Vulnerable to Disasters
No. 73/January 15, 2025
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When Disaster Strikes, Elders Are Victims
In disasters such as the Los Angeles wildfires, Elderly and disabled residents are the most at risk. In Hurricane Katrina, 71% of the victims were aged 60…
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Don Akchin is a recovering journalist who publishes a weekly newsletter and biweekly podcast called The EndGame, which encourages "chronologically gifted" baby boomers to live their later years with joy and purpose. In his former life he wrote for magazines, newspapers, colleges and universities, and nonprofit organizations.