Financial worries plague plenty of us, with studies showing that the main source of stress for most people is money. And between an ageing population set to push healthcare to its limit and ballooning house prices, these concerns are only set to worsen, especially among those on the brink of retirement; 52% of US households wouldn’t have enough cash to maintain their standard of living should they retire at 65. Now, brands are stepping in to ease the pain.

In this digitized world, many people search for jobs using online resources but real-life interactions are just as, if not more, important when looking for a job. Canvas8 sat down with 22 American men and women to find out where they look for jobs, and why.

With longer lifespans, ‘seniors’ are embracing the fullness of life well after 60 and wielding the highest spending power as they go. The AARP has effectively addressed the diverse needs of this audience, creating the largest and most influential platform for the senior sector in America.

Shared housing may normally be associated with college students and young urbanites, but a growing number of American Boomers are following suit by shacking up with friends and strangers. What factors are driving older people to live with others, and is this trend here to stay?