The current generation of elderly persons are also the longest lived population to date. The Baby Boomers are expected to live even longer. But at what cost? Information gathered from studying this current population reveals that Seniors have not aged well. This group has experienced the greatest loss of physical and mental function as compared to previous generations. While, all along, living longer with such disabilities. "The BHS Factor" represents an opportunity, to learn from this Elder Generation, not only how we might live longer.but more importantly.live better.