How do traditional societies care for their elderly? How are their methods different from modern
societies'?
What types of societies rid themselves of their elderly?
What types of tribal societies value their elderly and care for them?
What are the reasons for the low status of the elderly in the United States?
How has the status of the elderly in the United States changed compared to traditional societies?
How can we value our elderly to improve their status in the United States?
How are lives happier in modern society? In traditional society?
Describe a personal example of caring for an elderly loved one (if you don't have one, describe
your thoughts about growing old in the United States).
Describe the things you think should be important for a retirement home.
