It's not just age, in my case – it's an unpleasant reality. I've always suffered indifferent health. But, I'm in generally poor health these days. In fact, I almost died in 2018 from a PE and my health has remained fragile since.
Plus, the GOP is actively working to end Social Security (income for the over 65) and Medicare (healthcare for the elderly), Medicaid (healthcare for the destitute), and the ACA (healthcare for everyone).