The Original Influencers
Turning 65 is often seen as a finish line when it’s just the opposite. Seniors are connecting, exploring, and engaging in adventures like never before. This series of short films debunks the old stereotypes of what it means to be over 65, by celebrating individuals who continue to make a difference. From community service to comedy, these seniors prove that dated myths about retirement age just aren’t the reality. Watch and share these inspiring stories, and tag #Humana to tell us how you’re breaking the 65+ stereotype!
There’s a lot more to see out there
Poll ResultsWhat is the next chapter of your life all about?
Travel and adventure
Time with loved ones
Volunteering and giving back
Seniors are healthier than ever
Today’s seniors are healthier overall, and living independently for longer1, and the share of older Americans in poor health has dropped steadily since 19982.
1 Pew Research Center Study2 Urban Institute; Health and Retirement StudySeniors are traveling more than ever before
of American travelers are seniors, making them the largest travel demographic in 2023 and signaling a return to pre-COVID trends3.
3 Travel Agent Central; Squaremouth Analytics StudySeniors are power players in the workforce
of small business owners in the US are Baby Boomers4
An unprecedented 24% of men and 16% of women in the workforce are over 65, and this trend is expected to continue5.
4 Zippia Small Business Statistics Study5 U.S. Census Bureau, Population Survey; U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections ProgramSeniors see the greatest benefits from staying active
People age 65+ enjoy the most significant benefits from exercise, both the biggest increase in life optimism and the greatest decrease in life stress vs. other age groups6.
6 Gallup-Sharecare Well-Being IndexThere’s power in following your passions
Poll ResultsHow do you feel when you think about retirement?
Sense of excitement
Intimidated by the free time
Curious about new hobbies
Robin Borlandoe
When a lifeguard shortage threatened to close the neighborhood pool, 70-year-old Robin became a certified lifeguard to keep it open for the kids in her community.
People are surprised of my age, but there's so many people over 65 doing amazing things. I'm on the flip side of this journey, I want to leave a legacy.
Gid Pool
After retiring from real estate at 61 years old, Gid took a stand-up-comedy class at a local nightclub. He always loved to make people laugh but never imagined comedy would become his second act.
You need to have something in your life that makes you stay up late at night thinking about it and get up early in the morning to go do it. And that's what I’ve got with comedy.
Norma Michael
Inspired to transform a once-empty lot into a thriving neighborhood garden, Norma, at the age of 66, now nourishes her community with the fruits and vegetables she grows.
When I first retired, I thought, ‘this is the best thing since sliced bread.’ When I go to bed at night, I can hardly fall asleep thinking about what I want to do in the garden the next day.
The foundation for all happiness is good health
Poll ResultsWhat do you think you’ll need the most help with in retirement?
Navigating healthcare
Keeping up with technology
High costs for wellness
Understand how Humana supports you through your personal health journey