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Science News for December 29, 1997


Stepchildren May Expand Pool Of Caregivers For Baby Boomers

As baby boomers age, their stepchildren and stepgrandchildren may take on increased caregiving responsibilities, expanding the pool of family members who can provide support. The analysis suggests that traditional views of support ratios for retirement and long-term care may need to be reconsidered.

SourceNIH/National Institute on Aging·DateDec 29, 1997