According to data from the U-M National Poll on Healthy Aging, adults working beyond age 65 report positive effects on their health and well-being. Whether working full-time, part-time, as an employee, or self-employed, nearly half of the respondents find that work provides them with a sense of purpose and helps keep their minds sharp. To learn more about how work contributes to improving the physical and mental health of older adults, check out this article from the Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation.
