About the Long Term Care Industry for the Elderly

With education and the emphasis on healthy living, people are more likely to live longer than in the past. Exercise, stress reduction, medical advances and diet all play a role in supporting an aging population.

Career Outlook

As baby boomers age, the jobs in elderly care are increasing dramatically. Years ago, seniors chose from home care or nursing homes, but now assisted living, retirement centers, rehabilitation and hospice care have been added to the list of options. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the health care industry will generate 3.2 million new jobs between 2008 and 2018, mostly because of an aging population.

Rapid Growth Careers

Careers that show rapid growth to accommodate the aging population include nurses of all levels, social workers, doctors, physician assistants and pharmacists. To support the growing medical field, the BLS states that office positions such as accountants, receptionists and billing specialists are expected to grow at an impressive 19.7 percent between 2008 and 2018.

Projections

This surge in health care and related careers is expected to remain strong for many years due primarily to increased longevity.

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