As the director of a nursing home, I met with a potential client's family to discuss the needs of older adults. In a report for the family, I described key aspects of personality and social development in later life. I explained how roles and social positions change as adults age. I compared living accommodations and the need for accessibility and healthcare in retirement communities versus at home. I also illustrated adjusting to retirement after leaving full-time work and described how marriage, family, and peer relationships evolve over time. Finally, I identified social policies that impact older adults.