SCL and Population Reference Bureau Issue Index of Well-Being in Older Populations

Global population aging is unprecedented in history and has far-reaching consequences for the nations of the world. The SCL/PRB Index summarizes 12 key indicators of material, physical, social and emotional well being in the United States and 11 European Countries.

Final Report

• Executive Summary
• SCL/PRB Index of Well-Being in Older Populations

Factsheets

• The SCL/PRB Index Describes the Well-Being of Older Populations in 12 Countries
• Switzerland’s Index: A Case Study

Data Files
Downloadable Microsoft Excel files containing index and domain scores, country rankings, and indicator values:

• Scores for SCL/PRB Index, Domains, and Indicators
• Country Rankings for SCL/PRB Index, Domains, and Indicators
• Values for SCL/PRB Index Indicators