Evolution of Programs and Services for Aging Populations Over the Last Fifty Years

The Social Security Act was signed by FDR on 8/14/35. Taxes were collected for the first time in January 1937 and the first one-time, lump-sum payments were made that same month. Regular ongoing monthly benefits started in January 1940... The term was first used in the U.S. by Abraham Epstein in connection with his group, the American Association for Social Security. Originally, the Social Security Act of 1935 was named the Economic Security Act, but this title was changed during Congressional consideration of the bill...Under the 1935 law, what we now think of as Social Security only paid retirement benefits to the primary

The Social Security Act of 1935, signed by Franklin D. Roosevelt, created a program that included social insurance programs, as well as public assistance. Both programs came about due to the depression and were created as part of the New Deal to benefit the citizens who needed assistance. While both programs were created to assist the public, each program had different eligibility requirements and accomplished different tasks.

The challenges and impact of Baby Boomers on long-term care systems are going to modify the manner in which traditional health care, patient access, financial payments and treatment are delivered. Baby Boomers will have an extensive amount of care maintenance needs involving various rehabilitation conditions, acute and chronic illnesses, which will require a significant amount of thoroughly trained gerontologists, skilled nurses, nurse practitioners, social workers, community advocates, and family involvement. This article explores options sought to reduce the costs to society and Baby Boomers as innovative savings, tax credit options, and other alternative long-term care financing choices lessening the impact on the long-term care system.

In 1965 the first Aging American’s Act was passed. This legislation was part of Lyndon Johnson’s Great Society reform. In passing this legislation nearly 50 years ago, the government created a new department the focused on the rights and needs of the gaining population called the United States Administration on Aging. The original legislation was complete with seven titles. The articles include Title I—the Declaration of Objectives for Older Americans; Title II—Establishment of Administration on aging; Title III—Grants for state and community programs on aging; Title IV—Activities for health and independence, and longevity; Title V—Community service senior opportunities act; Title VI—Grants

A landmark change in providing for the elderly came in 1935 with Franklin D. Roosevelt 's Social Security Act. While this provided aid to people with disabilities and mothers with children, aid was also mainly intended for the elderly. The premise of the act was that an individual would pay into the government through the years that they worked and upon retiring that person would receive benefits. Elderly Americans relied on this system to help pay for expenses that they might incur after they reached an age where they could no

There has been an increasingly large amount of awareness placed on the governments role in prevention and standards for the control of health care and communicable diseases. In this growing effort are provisions applying to long-term health and stipulations for proper treatment and care. Gradually, a shift from local community efforts to care for the elder has transferred to a prominent government role. Several committees have been created to assist with the implementation and over view of care and acts to instigate change. Amongst the major changes that have been set in place effecting long-term care, was the passage of the Social Security Act of 1935 and Medicaid insurance.

The social security act was created by President Franklin D. Roosevelt so that he could put in place provisions in order to help the elderly. The social security act a document that helps impoverished citizens, such as the elderly and physically impaired receive benefits after retirement. Citizens’ in America during the great depression where expected to work weather elderly or physically disabled. These citizens weren’t afforded the financial stability to retire so work was a necessity to acquire money. “Prior to social security, the elderly routinely faced the prospect of poverty upon retirement” (U.S SSA). This effect of the great depression led to a lot death and homes turning into singled parent homes with no income. “The widespread

President Franklin D. Roosevelt enacted the Social Security Act on August 14, 1935 as a means to battle the Great Depression of the 1930’s. Beginning in 1932, the government had started providing

According to Healthy People 2020 (n.d) the goal in addressing social determinants of health is to “Create social and physical environments that promote good health for all”. Regardless of a person’s socioeconomic status, age, or gender all American’s should have the right as well as the access to good quality health care. Catalano (2015) says the United States has some of the best health care in the world but ranks 34th in the delivery of health care (p.490). There is still a need for healthcare reform that the 2008 Affordable care act did not take care of. Such as the “donut hole” with the Medicare

The Social Security Act was passed on August 14, 1935 and was established to provide income security to those of old age. Social Security income is paid based on the past employment history of the eligible person and the amount they had contributed to the program during their time working. Before this

In January 1935, President Franklin D Roosevelt presented his Social Security Act to Congress. The draft of the Administration bill was the beginning for the legislative attention to the Social Security in 1935. Social Security was introduced to help retired workers receive retirement payments. The Social Security Act and related laws establish a number of programs that have the following basic purposes: (Social Security Administration, 2006)

As a future social worker, I would like to implement program development to make life better for aging Americans. The On Lok group of non-profit organizations, founded by dentist Dr. William Gee and social worker Marie-Louise Ansak, demonstrates it is possible to support and provide affordable services to elderly. Some of the services provided by On Lok are as follows; a comprehensive health plan for long-term care, senior center, housing for seniors, and health care for at home seniors (On Lok, 2015). On Lok receives funding and support from Medicaid and Medicare for these senior services.

On August 14, 1935, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act into law and proclaimed that it was a cornerstone, the foundation of a structure to be maintained and built upon by and for future generations. Social Security benefits cannot protect Americans against all risk; however, as the President said, it could decrease undue hardship for old age, disabled workers and their families.

Throughout the world and throughout history, the young have always outnumbered the elderly. Over the next 40 years this will change. The population over 60 will grow by one billion to a total of two billion. For the first time in human history there will be more people over 60 than under 15. One in every five people will be elderly. In 1950 there were twelve working people for every elderly person, today nine working people and in 2050 4 working people. More money will go out and less money will come in. (HelpAge International, 2014) Economies will face a change in terms of growth, savings, debts, investment, consumption, labor markets, pensions and taxation. Social impacts will consist of changes in family composition, living arrangements,

The Social Security Administration was created August 14th of 1935, when President Franklin D Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act. The mission of this agency is to "Promote economic security for the nations people". They strive to provide financial benefits and assistance, support and retirement plans for workers and their families. Until the year of 1995 this administration was under the Department of Health and Human Services, after then it has become its own agency. This agency was created as a result to a long term development for the country to allow citizens retirement and disability for those who are unable to work, all while not becoming in poverty. The SS agency has two trust funds, Old Age and Survivors and Disability insurance.