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Among the many diverse communities that libraries serve, older adults and seniors continue to be a growing population with unique needs. In 2006, the first of America's 77 million Baby Boomers turned 60. This generation is redefining what it means to be a "senior citizen."

Libraries are changing how they serve this population.  They are adapting their programming and outreach strategies, developing senior-friendly spaces, and implementing adaptive technologies. In this section you will find lists of helpful suggestions, case studies of individual libraries, and internet resources to help your library provide better services to older adults and seniors.

Join the Discussion: Boomers and up: What exactly *is* "older"?

For additional examples of libraries serving older populations see the WebJunction-Connecticut Older Adults & Seniors Resources and for other related discussions, visit the Accessible Libraries group.

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Libraries Go Boom! Library Service to Older Adults and Baby Boomers

Douglas C. Lord, of the Connecticut State Library and active WebJunction contributor, shared best practices related to services to older adults with a special emphasis on the Baby Boom generation. He discussed the characteristics and needs of Boomers, and shared ideas on how library programming can respond to those needs. We also looked at what the future holds as Boomers continue to age and the next generation enters seniority.

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