Evaluating Economic Security for Massachusetts Seniors

Authors

Jan Mutchler, University of Massachusetts BostonFollow
Ellen A. Bruce, University of Massachusetts BostonFollow
Alison Gottlieb, University of Massachusetts BostonFollow
Jiyoung Lyu, University of Massachusetts BostonFollow
Yao‐Chi Shih, University of Massachusetts Boston
Gerontology Institute, University of Massachusetts Boston

Document Type

Presentation

Publication Date

4-5-2012

Abstract

The Elder Economic Security Standard Index measures the income that Massachusetts’ seniors need to maintain independence and meet basic living expenses. The sizable gap between Social Security benefits and living expenses occurs throughout Massachusetts, but is more substantial for singles than for couples. Those who are older, single, female or a member of a racial or ethnic minority group are exposed to especially high risk of falling short of Index values. The Elder Index estimates the living costs for seniors in every locality in the country and serves as a valuable tool for community members, policy makers, and those working on behalf of elders.

Comments

Presented as part of the poster showcase at the Office of Community Partnerships' Community-Engaged Partnerships Symposium on April 5, 2012 at UMass Boston.

Recommended Citation

Mutchler, Jan; Bruce, Ellen A.; Gottlieb, Alison; Lyu, Jiyoung; Shih, Yao‐Chi; and Gerontology Institute, University of Massachusetts Boston, "Evaluating Economic Security for Massachusetts Seniors" (2012). Office of Community Partnerships Posters. 49.
https://scholarworks.umb.edu/ocp_posters/49