“Living Old” – Friday, November 21, 2006 on PBS

If you are in the viewing area (country?) be sure to check out the aging special on PBS Frontline called, Living Old:

For the first time in American history, “the old old” — those over 85 — are now the fastest growing segment of the U.S. population. While medical advances have enabled an unprecedented number of Americans to live longer, healthier lives, for millions of elderly, living longer can also mean a debilitating physical decline that often requires an immense amount of care.

And just as more care is needed, fewer caregivers are available to provide it. FRONTLINE producers Miri Navasky and Karen O’Connor investigate this national crisis and explore the new realities of aging in America in Living Old, airing Tuesday, November 21, 2006, at 9 P.M. ET on PBS (check local listings).

The preview on the site is powerful, be sure to check it out. The entire documentary will be available for free on PBS.org within hours after the broadcast.