The death of a partner has long been recognized as one of the most significant threats to the economic security of older adults. This study analyzes the economic security of older adults who experienced the death of a partner during the COVID pandemic relative to older adults who experienced the death of a partner in prior periods, with a focus on credit and debt outcomes.
WI23-13: How Does the Death of a Partner During the COVID-19 Pandemic Affect the Economic Security of the Surviving Older Adult? Evidence From Credit Panel and Labor Force Participation Data
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2023