“…That is, rather than using definitions based on chronological age, the fourth age is characterized by frailty, cognitive decline and functional loss while the third age is characterized by independence, social engagement and good health (Lennartsson & Heimerson, 2012;Philips, Ajrouch, & Hillcoat-Nallètamby 2010). Considering the results of the present study, it is quite clear that the vast majority (79%) of people aged 67-70 do not report any ADL difficulty, reflecting that our sample to a high extent represents the third age (see Kylén et al, 2014). Still, around half of them or more report having symptoms ( Table 3), indicating that there are health problems that need attention -not the least in relation to perceived aspect of home (Table 4).…”