Elderly Discrimination

Ageism occurs when someone is stereotyped and discriminated against because of their age. In the early 19th century, ageism was a crime against youths. They were being discriminated against in the workplace because employers believed older employees were more experienced and capable. First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt fought such youth discrimination, and today, the tide has predominantly turned. In our youth-oriented society, ageism is more often found in elderly discrimination, especially in the workplace. Although, some thirteen states include age discrimination as part of their hate crimes laws in the general culture. Elderly discrimination in the workplace is illegal because of the Age Discrimination Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA). It protects all workers 40 and older from age discrimination on the job, though 40 can hardly be considered elderly as older people are healthier and living longer than ever before.

Fast Facts

  • The Grey Panthers is a group that was formed in the 1970s to fight all forms of ageism.
  • While an employer may request that older employees wave their ADEA rights and accept lower pay, early retirement, or fewer benefits, they cannot be forced to do so.

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