Latinos in an Aging World

This book fosters a deeper understanding of the growing Latino elderly population and the implications on society. It examines demographic and social changes and summarizes research from a variety of disciplines to shed light on the economic, physical, and mental well-being of older Latinos. Political and cultural implications are also considered. Written in an engaging style, each chapter features an opening vignette, examples, tables, figures, boxed exhibits that highlight social programs and policies, web alerts that direct readers to helpful sites, a summary, and discussion questions. This book is ideal for students, researchers and practitioners who work with Hispanic families.

Ronald J. Angel is a Professor of Sociology at the University of Texas at Austin. Jacqueline L. Angel is a Professor of Sociology and Public Policy at the University of Texas at Austin.

Introduction: A Brave New World: Ethnic Diversity and Population Aging 1. A Majority Minority Nation 2. Demographic, Educational, and Occupational Profile 3. At the Intersection of Gender, Ethnicity, and Nativity 4. Transnational Families and Generational Solidarity 5. Major Physical and Mental Health Conditions and Barriers to Care 6. Changing Eldercare Options 7. Neighborhood Affluence, Safety, and the Quality of Life 8. Caregiver Burden and Burnout 9. Retirement Planning, Financial literacy, and Savings 10. The New Pact between the Generations: Who Will Care for Us?