Support for Social Security has grown to nearly 58% from 1984 to 2022, alongside increased backing for government assistance with daily household tasks for older adults. The polarization among political parties has diminished regarding support for these issues. About half of Americans now favor such government help, a notable increase from 38% in 2012. The aging population is leading to more reliance on government support, especially as nearly 90% of seniors receive Social Security, which faces potential insolvency within a decade, creating concerns over caregiving assistance needs.
There is strong support for Social Security, as well as the idea that the government should help provide or pay for care for older adults with care needs.
Support for increased spending on Social Security grew to nearly 58%, reflecting a narrowing of the gap between Democrats and Republicans to a nearly negligible level.
Around half of Americans favor the government helping older adults to pay for everyday household tasks, such as grocery shopping, cleaning and laundry.
Each day, roughly 10,000 U.S. adults turn 65, an age when many start to rely more on government support to meet basic needs.
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