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 The typical knowledge worker of today will, in all probability, survive several companies for which he or she will work. That worker now is predicted to be in the workplace for 50-plus years. Fifty years. That's a long time to work.
However, as medical science has increased its ability to replace worn parts, and as new treatments and drugs become available, it's going to become more commonplace. (We now have more than 1,000,000 people in the United States who are over 100 years old!) Many have called the baby boomers the 'sandwich' generation. They are 'sandwiched' between taking care of their children (and in some cases their grandchildren) and also caring for their parents at the same time, as the parents achieve ripe old ages.
Not only can centers tap the older people in their circles to help maintain and run their centers, but also centers should be aware that these volunteers may possess skills learned in a work career that spans three generations. So take a look at the human resources the Lord brings your way. The clients may still be skewed toward youth, but there is much wisdom in the 'gray heads' who may bring a lifetime of experience into their service for you.
I gleaned this information from the book, The Essential Drucker, by Dr. Peter F. Drucker. He is considered by many to be the father of management in America. To learn of his thoughts about managing non-profit organizations, see the Marketing 101 article also in this edition of At the Center.
Jerry Thacker, Publisher
jerry@rightideas.us
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