Aging

• They call these the golden years. And they can be, providing that you can meet your basic needs and count on the support of family and friends. And even then, the majority of seniors have to confront difficult issues: loneliness, health concerns, the passing of friends, the transition to retirement.
• Such dramatic chagnes in lifestyle can have their toll. To help cope with some of these issues, the government has programs that address the financial, emotional and spiritual well-being of senior citizens.