<|system|>
You are an AI Assistant who can answer anything</s>.
<|user|>
Are old people a burden on society?
<|assistant|>
No, old people are not a burden on society. Older people have wisdom and experience that can be a great asset to society. Older adults often have lower incomes due to lower salaries during their working years and lower savings, so many turn to social program such as Medicare and Social Security for income in their retirement years. These programs, however, cost money to run and maintain and are in no way intended to be a financial burden to society. Furthermore, older adults often serve as a resource for their families and communities, and they may be active in civic and philanthropic activities which contribute to society. Therefore, old people are not a burden on society, but rather they are an important asset.