This page contains a wide array of reports, studies and other tips in understanding aging and its impact. The Society of Actuaries (SOA) research examines retirement risks, retirement plan challenges and insights on living longer.
Retirement Literacy The Society of Actuaries Committee on Post Retirement Needs and Risks and Financial Finesse are pleased to make available the first of five briefs focused on retirement literacy issues. This first brief in the series explores retirement from a holistic perspective looking at non-financial issues. Research Reports Most Viewed Optimal Retirement Income Solutions Learn about the analytical framework for evaluating retirement income generators for using with U.S. defined contribution retirement plans. View All Retirement Risk Survey Series This biennial survey evaluates Americans' awareness of potential fianancial risks in retirement. Consumer Interest Reports and other materials providing consumers with helpful information about post-retirement needs and risks How to Die Young at a Very Old Age Dr. Nir Barzilai discusses "How to Die Young at a Very Old Age" at the 2017 Living to 100 Symposium. Post Retirement Needs & Risks Research on the risks, attitudes and concerns of retirees and pre-retirees. Retirement Risk Survey Series Middle Market Retirement Retirement Decisions Managing Finances Retirement Income Consumer Interest Other Resources View All Exploring Longevity View a video on longevity topics. Living to 100 Living to 100 is a research effort which includes a triennial international research symposium that brings together thought leaders from around the world to share ideas and knowledge on aging. Suppressing Aging and Extending Longevity: Will The Twain Meet? Dr. Judith Campisi presents Suppressing aging and extending longevity: Will the Twain Meet? Managing Retirement Decisions Examine major decisions in retirement. Software & Tools Longevity Illustrator Calculate the different ranges of life expectancy with the Actuaries Longevity Illustrator, a tool jointly developed by the American Academy of Actuaries and the Society of Actuaries. Age Wise Age Wise is a series of infographics to help individuals understand how life expectancy and the decisions they make impact their plans for a happy, healthy and well-funded retirement.