42% of women age 65
and older are widows.
1
80% of women die single
compared to 80% of men
who die married.
2
The poverty rate for
elderly women living alone
is five times that for
married older women.
3
1
www.agingstats.gov
2,
3
www.wiserwomen.org
Have three plans: for both to live longer than
expected; if he dies first; or if she dies first
Are there any special concerns
for women?