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Many of the subjects in this book are over 65 years of age. Some are cited as having long careers, until losing their jobs in their 50's. Ridiculously low amounts of Social Security benefits are mentioned. In some cases, $500 a month or less. This doesn't make sense, since with that many years in the workforce, even at modest paying jobs, the benefit should be at least $1500. If a Social Security benefit is as low as claimed, there are supplementary benefits for those over 65, that bring their income up to around $1000, and that doesn't include food stamps. The federal government considers those over 65 as being unable to work, and provides a safety net accordingly. This doesn't even include the help from charitable organizations seniors may receive. No one over 65 is being forced to do heavy physical labor, and live in a van. Those that are, either are too humble to ask for help, or they enjoy the lifestyle. I will venture to say that the majority of seniors couldn't perform these jobs, or endure the lifestyle. The author has an agenda, that portrays these stories as the future for all senior citizens who aren't among the financial elite. I beg to disagree.