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Health & Fitness Longevity

Front-Wave Boomers

Growing (Very) Old, Staying Connected, and Reimagining Aging

by (author) Gillian Ranson

Publisher
UBC Press
Initial publish date
May 2022
Category
Longevity, Social Work, Gerontology, General
  • eBook

    ISBN
    9780774890526
    Publish Date
    May 2022
    List Price
    $125.00
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9780774890502
    Publish Date
    May 2022
    List Price
    $22.95

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Description

Boomers are heading into (very) old age following a pandemic, a time of overt ageism and deficient eldercare. The front wave, now in their seventies, are on the brink of life changes that will challenge everyone – family, friends, and the health care system too. Recognizing the dire need to meet these challenges, Gillian Ranson investigates what they are doing to prepare for old age. Regardless of their situation – well off or struggling, partnered or on their own – front-wave boomers share one thing: the need for intimate, caring social ties. Many of them are making these connections with creativity and resilience. Their stories hold lessons for us all.

About the author

Gillian Ranson is Associate Professor of Sociology at the University of Calgary. She has written numerous articles on gender and parenting.

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Editorial Reviews

"Gillian Ranson’s book about aging comes as a welcome and informative guide ... Her book has lessons for us all."

Alberta Views

Gillian Ranson interviewed over 100 fellow boomers ... Her research also encompasses a range of journalism ... grey literature such as institute and government reports, and numerous academic studies. This commendable mix of approaches and sources results in a credible, readable book.

The British Columbia Review

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