The financial situation and well-being of people aged 60+ and by region
Due to the ongoing demographic changes towards aging populations, the situation of the elderly gains particular significance. The economic and social consequences of the projected transformations force the reflection on the economic rationale of life of these people. It can be assumed that increased life satisfaction translates into increased economic activity of this group. This, in turn, is of great importance from the standpoint of the economy. In this article, life satisfaction will be analyzed in relation to financial aspects affecting the well-being of people aged 60+. The analysis will focus on the aspect concerning the situation of people aged 60+ in Poland and will be based on Diagnoza Społeczna, GUS and ZUS data.
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