GERO 200 Lecture Notes - Lecture 32: Older Americans Act, Aarp, Ethel Percy Andrus
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3 have been elected at age 65+ Many us senators and representatives have served into their 80s and 90s. Since 1974 the average age has risen over 50. House 115th congress average age = 58. Senate 115th congress average age = 62. The seniority system allows older members to wield the most power. Older by years of service, not age. No mandatory retirement; serve as long as health allows. Trade associations, such as the american nursing home association, lobby for specific. American society of aging are primarily made up of academicians and practitioners in the field of gerontology. Organizations that advocate for groups (or individuals) Interest groups lobby policymakers on behalf of their members. Aging interest groups represent older adults at the national and state level. Interest groups are comprised of retirees from specific careers. Founded in 1947 by ethel percy andrus. Today: 37. 8 million members;may join for benefits. Small group; more focused on political issues.
