Does it play Hendrix? aging boomers spur demand for advanced assistive devices

"[T]housands of older or disabled Americans... have added a lift chair to their assortment of anti-aging gadgets. Following close behind is an army of baby boomers, the leading edge of which turns 60 this year, who will be in the market for this stuff sooner than they think. This tide of discriminating consumers is changing the design of walking sticks, grab bars and other products intended to extend mobility and independence. And it is changing the look of the lowly lift chair." "Chairs for Elderly Get Lift as Baby Boomers Age" Colorado Springs Gazette