Retirement is a day many people look forward to, especially later in adulthood. For one, you finally have all the time to do the things you really want to do—spend time with your family, travel the world, learn a new hobby, etc. It can also be a time to reinvent yourself by finally opening up that dream business or launching a charity or scholarship fund.
Another perk of being retired is that you’ll have plenty of same-aged companions to enjoy your golden years with. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the over-65 population is the fastest growing demographic in the country:
“The U.S. population 65 and older is now the largest in terms of size and percent of the population, compared with any previous census, according to a new 2010 Census brief [PDF] released today from the U.S. Census Bureau on the nation’s older population. The group grew at a faster rate than the total population between 2000 and 2010.
According to the 2010 Census, there were 40.3 million people 65 and older on April 1, 2010, increasing by 5.3 million since the 2000 Census when this population numbered 35.0 million. The percentage of the population 65 and older also increased during the previous decade. In 2010, the older population represented 13.0 percent of the total population, an increase from 12.4 percent in 2000.”
As per the Administration of Aging, this boom is attributed to advances in science and medicine that allow people to live longer than before. Of course, getting older comes with its limitations. Becoming a senior can sometimes hinder your ability to do certain physical tasks, and chief among them is housecleaning. This is especially true for older citizens who choose to remain independent in their own homes instead of moving to retirement communities.
Fortunately, you can get house cleaning services in St. Louis courtesy of trusted providers like MaidPro of Mid-County. Professional cleaning services allow you to schedule weekly or monthly cleanings with experienced staff members who will work diligently until your home is spotless. A one-time cleaning service is also possible, if you need help to spruce up your place if your children and grandkids are coming over for a visit.
Your golden years are the long-awaited reward for a lifetime of working. St. Louis, MO cleaning services allow you to make the most out of that period in your life by freeing up time for you to dedicate to activities that truly matter to you.
(Source: 2010 Census Shows 65 and Older Population Growing Faster Than Total U.S. Population, U.S. Census Bureau, November 30, 2011)
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