Life Expectancy from Colonial Times to Present

By ouidanotsinneh

  • 1900s = Avg. 47 years old

    During the 1900s, life expectancy was at age 47. During this timeframe, "the profession focused on alleviation of social ills through pursuit of social prpgrams".

  • The Great Depression

    "The emphasis shifted to the alleviation of poverty." By this time, social workers "have been instrumental in improving conditions for older adults."

  • Bernard E. Nash

    Mr. Nash organized the first White House Conference on Aging. By this timeframe, the life expectancy was 67 years of age.

  • Today

    Life expectancy as of today is at the age of 79.