Work and Health Status among Older Americans: an Analysis of Race Differences
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As a result of expanded life expectancies, early retirement programs, and supportive public policies, older Americans in recent decades are spending longer periods of time out of the work force and are increasing their reliance on social security and other retirement benefits. Employment among older persons is viewed as an alternative for maintaining levels of income while reducing the costs of retirement and social security programs. The health status of older persons is, however, often cited as a reason for not working, and there are differences by race in health status. This paper attempts to address this issue by examining the relationship between health and employment among older Americans aged 55-74. It investigates health as a predictor of employment relative to such other factors as sociodemographic background and economic status. Data from the Supplement on Aging to the National Health Interview Survey are used to conduct the analyses. Findings are discussed in light of policy implications pertaining to the health and employability of older persons, with specific consideration of the differences between older blacks and whites. WORK AND HEALTH STATUS AMONG OLDER AMERICANS: AN ANALYSIS OF RACE DIFFERENCES
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