Approximately one-half of seniors are physically active for 15 minutes or more at least 12 times per month. The most popular physical activities are walking, gardening, home exercise, and dancing. Most older people need to live in institutions. The vast majority of seniors live at home. Most seniors own their homes.
Most senior homeowners are mortgage-free.
Eighty to eighty-five percent of care provided to the elderly is provided by family. Older people have nothing to contribute to society. Older people contribute a great deal to their families, communities, society and the economy. The vast majority of Canadian seniors are retired. However, many stay active in their communities by participating in formal volunteer activities.