Healthy Aging in the 22nd Century: Envisioning Life in the Year 2100

22nd Century Lecture Series

Just living longer without living better is not a goal. Discussions of longevity need to consider the quality of a longer life. What will the term “elder” mean in the future? And at what age will someone be considered an elder in 2100? Elders will be those who have lived triple-digit years and have been through several careers and cycles of education, career, and leisure. These elders will continue to be contributors to society. Technology will be a key element allowing individuals to age with more independence and more choice. We will examine the four components of health—physical, social-emotional, spiritual, and intellectual—and how each will be manifested in 2100. The year 2100 will be an exciting time to be an elder. A scenario will be presented, and then there will be time for an exchange of ideas and adding to this forecast.