Some Facts About Our Greatest Generation, and How You Can Give Back

In May of 2013, US Today published their yearly Senior Citizens Health Care Report. This report touched on the aging “baby boomer” population, as well as current trends.

Here are some of the stats:

• Currently, 1 in 8 Americans are 65 years of age or older. (Appx. 40.3 million) 
• In 2030, 1 in 5 Americans will be age 65 years of age or older. (Appx. 72.1 million) 
• According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: 
• Nearly 8 in 10 seniors are living with at least one chronic health condition
• 50% have 2 or more
• 25% of seniors are obese (30% in Michigan)
• 20% have been diagnosed with diabetes
• More than 70% have heart disease 
• Nearly 60% have arthritis
• Adults 65 and older spend nearly twice as much as those 45 to 64 on health care each year. If you consider the entire adult population, seniors spend three to five times as much on health care than those 18-64. 

What if you could give back to this generation? What if, at the same time, you could start a profitable business?

Senior care franchises are available to provide much needed assistance to seniors. They employ caregivers to provide assistance at home – whether it’s nutritious meal preparation, assistance with hygiene and grooming, or support with activities that maximize independence. They can also provide services to those in varying stages of Alzheimer’s and dementia, helping families to keep their loved ones independent, but still providing that bit of assistance with some activities of daily living. 

On Wednesday, August 21, join me for a FREE online webinar that discusses one of these senior care franchises in depth. Learn more about the growing marketplace, business opportunities, and the demand for senior care assistance. Owners are NOT required to have a medical background. For more information and to register, please visit www.frannet.com/bbetser. You can also contact me at 616-891-1374 or bbetser@frannet.com. Remember, my consulting services, webinars and seminars are totally free. A complete schedule follows. 

SOURCE: http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2013/05/28/senior-citizens-health-care-report/2354635/

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• WEBINAR - In-Home Care for Seniors
  Wednesday, August 21, 2013
  2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
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• TROY - “Franchising as a Career, an Investment, or Both”
  Thursday, August 22, 2013
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• WEBINAR - Light Manufacturing Business Opportunity
  Thursday, August 22, 2013
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• GRAND RAPIDS - Want to learn how to profit from West Michigan’s Recycling Movement?
  Wednesday, September 11, 2013
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  Wednesday, September 18, 2013
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• GRAND RAPIDS - THE MICHIGAN FRANCHISE FORUM: Meet the Franchisors Expanding in Michigan
  Tuesday, October 8, 2013
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  Northwood University Grand Rapids Campus 515 Michigan St. NE, Ste. 100
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