What is TLA50?

Transforming Life After 50 (TLA50) was launched by the California State Library to address the changing nature of aging. It has become a national model of innovation, not just for libraries, but all kinds of organizations that aim to serve and engage mid-life adults, ages 50+.

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Mid-life adults no longer see retirement as an 'endless vacation' but as an active, engaged phase of life that includes work and community service.

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The number of Americans age 55+ will almost double by 2030 — from 60 million to 107 million. Worldwide that number grows to 2 billion!

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Research shows that the majority of 55+ adults plan to stay in their current homes as they age rather than move to age-restricted communities.

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A common misconception is that Boomers are averse to technology. Research shows that the majority are actually adept at using new technologies.

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Socioeconomic status and lifestyle choices are the key determinants of a healthier and longer life.

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Retirement once conjured images of rocking chairs and playing chess. Today’s retirees are much more active — hiking, running and exercising.

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By 2030, more than 6 out of 10 Boomers will be managing more than one chronic condition.

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Boomers are a large and diverse group of people from all walks of life — not a single stereotype as commmonly perceived.

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Recent studies show a rising number of Boomers, across all socioeconomic groups, are raising their grandkids.

Boomers and Beyond: Who are the Boomers?

Approximately 77.6 million babies were born in the U.S. during the boom years of 1946 to 1964.  In general, these “Baby Boomers” are the largest, healthiest, most affluent, and best educated cohort of Americans ever to move through and beyond their fifties.  » Read more

Why does increased longevity matter?

Our current mental constructs of aging no longer match the reality of aging because aging itself is changing. Why? Because life expectancies have increased so dramatically over the last century.  In addition to which, people aren't just living longer, they're living better.  Many Boomers (and other generations as they age) will have 25-30 more years of productive living ahead!  » Read more