Gauging our health as we mature, the first Europe-wide survey of health, ageing and retirement, will extend to Luxembourg with a survey of 2,000 individuals aged 50 and over within the Grand Duchy starting on 6 March. The survey in Luxembourg will be carried out by the Luxembourg Institute of Socio-Economic Research (LISER). 

The survey aims to develop policies to improve the quality of life and care for the elderly by developing a better understanding of the ageing process, and the differences in the living conditions of elderly people across Europe.

The survey, which puts forward almost 900 questions on health and socio-economic issues, as well as family and social relationships, will also map in results from similar surveys conducted since 2004 giving it depth as well as breadth. 

This is the third wave of similar surveys conducted in Luxembourg, however this one differs in that it intends to capture information about deeper aspects of the surveyeds’ lives, including partners, children, housing, work and career, as well as health and treatments undergone so far.

Persons selected to participate will receive a letter by post with details. A credentialed interviewer appointed by LISER will follow up to arrange a face-to-face interview.