On the Edge: Facing a Challenging and Uncertain Future

One of the most prized goals in life is the ability to age with dignity, and one of the indicators of a healthy city is that people of all ages can thrive in it. Many of us may have assumed that Boston was such a place for seniors, and that the needs of most Boston elders were reasonably met by a combination of social programs like Medicare and Social Security. This report debunks that myth, and reveals that Boston elders must have more income or supports to afford the basics of life.