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Most of us can expect to live longer than our parents, and much longer than our grandparents. But longevity comes at a cost, and many older people are isolated, get depressed, suffer mental and physical ill health, are beset by worries about money and grandchildren, feel lost in a swiftly changing environment.
Louise Morse, who has immense experience of working with older people and those who care for them, is convinced that there is a huge amount that we can all do to live well as we live longer.
The basics are not complex, but they do require thought and preparation, and many of the solutions touch on the spiritual - issues of respect, belief, purpose and outlook. God sees old age as a time of harvest; of fruitfulness and wisdom, of the crown of splendour the Bible describes.
This is a straightforward, wise, practical book which offers real benefits in terms of fruitfulness and cheerfulness - and shows how all of us can continue to play a part in tomorrow's world.
Contents
Acknowledgments 7
Preface 9
Chapter 1: Steady the Seniors - Our Day is Coming! 13
How the biggest demographic change in history has huge
opportunities for older people
Chapter 2: The Real Life Design 25
Why God designed old age, on purpose
Chapter 3: Clearing the Runway 39
Recognizing and removing obstacles
Chapter 4: Fighting the Invisible Gorilla 59
How ageism makes older people invisible
Chapter 5: How the Tide is Turning 77
"Ageism is so last-century" - stories of seniors living with purpose
Chapter 6: How Not to be Knackered at 90 95
Dealing with things that will prevent you from achieving your destiny
Chapter 7: Your Pre-boarding Check 115
Making sure you are OK for take-off
Chapter 8: Elderhood - Seniors with Purpose 139
Living God's purpose, and understanding the key
Chapter 9: Polishing the Family Silver - Notes for Churches 157
Empowering and engaging older members for the benefit of all
Recommended reading 169
Notes 171