Need a job to do at home. any suggestions?

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It would scare me to death to do something like that, let alone sell something that harms people and puts their lives at risk. So Phil...what was your companys name then? "Home of the Golden Reefers?"
 

I couldn't sell drugs, either - too paranoid, and would feel horrid when I know kids are getting the stuff so easily.

Another thing that pays well are the focus groups, but you usually have to live near a city to qualify. Sometimes you try a product, then show up at the designated place and discuss it. There are medical trials; if you don't mind being a guinea pig, of sorts.
 
Silvery Diva said:
It would scare me to death to do something like that, let alone sell something that harms people and puts their lives at risk. So Phil...what was your companys name then? "Home of the Golden Reefers?"
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Actually that was just our motto. The company name was "McDoobies".

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We even had a mascot - but he got busted. The first day on the job.
 

Is it possible for you to do doggy day sitting? also you could make a few $ selling unwanted items on Gumtree,or is it
Craigs list in your country? just a thought.
 
Silvery Diva said:
That is terrible! You know I find the way seniors are treated today is just a shame, and that includes my family. No one wants us around, or listen to and we all have such important things we have learned in life that could help others. What ever happened to treating elder with respect! No we are used, abused and tossed aside...UNLESS they need some thing from us. Oh boy...I'm off on a rant, sorry. But it makes me so mad cause I was always taught to respect my elders and I have and still do. Well I have to go out on the deck and cool down, HaHa. Hot flashes strike again. Take care Katybug.:)
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Ditto to everything you said, Silvery. If the younger crowd is lucky enough to live to be a senior, they will finally appreciate all the wisdom the older crowd has to offer.

I'm not in the position of ever being used, but it's not because it hasn't been tried, and even recently. I am always "conveniently" busy and I have to say it isn't my family who does this, but I have a couple of rather manipulative so-called friends who try it from time to time. They're much younger than me, but always needing help with this or that around their house and looking for "free" help. When I say, "I'm sorry, I already have plans," it's the truth. It may be spending time on the computer or watching TV, but to me -- that qualifies as "plans." LOL It may sound very selfish in saying this, but as I've aged I don't really do much that I don't want to do.
 
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Never heard of gumtree but craigs listis here. Funny thing is I have no unwanted items. I am a neat freak. Anything that is not used in a months time is gone. I drive my family crazy. I have been contacting some suggestions from here but so far nothing. I am either not the right age group, site is closed down or it does not interest me. But something will come along I am sure. I want to thank everyone for all the help and the time. Right now I am going to make some crafts and hit the shows for the holidays. We'll see how that goes. I am keeping my fingers crossed
 
Lack of transportation is the key problem, as I know several seniors doing pet sitting, care giving, retail, and lots of volunteering (which can sometimes lead to a job offering.) I think Plan A for me would be to secure transportation of some sort. It would open up so many doors for you.

I have a suggestion, and tho it wouldn't be appealing to everyone, it's a good way to make money. Get the word out as best you can to do babysitting in your home, day sitting and/or evening sitting -- there's a big demand for both. And the mom's who love grandmotherly types caring for their children would bring them to you.
 
Identity theft and scams that target older Americans are much more common than those against younger Americans.
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They go after people age 65 and older because:
1) they assume they are senile
2) they assume they are rich


Glad I'm not either!!!!
 
1. On the way to senility and it's a blast...
2. Had I not enlisted instead of going to The Academy, dropped out and just gone surfing afterwards and become the black sheep of the family getting disinherited . . . I would be rich.

Go for it you goddamned scammers!
 
Here is a link for a youtube video, and it is put out by Alicia, who runs www.workersonboard.com . I have subscribed to her youtube page, and she has a lot of good ideas for ways to work at home, both on the videos, and on her webpage.
Some require certain working hours and times, and may have benefits; and others are like MTurk, where you can work when and how you please, as an independent contractor, but have no benefits.

http://youtu.be/FAdFW7YbEqQ
 
Thought for anyone looking for a home based "business".
Craigs list may be a good starting point, not just in your town, but other places, to see what kind of personal services are offered, that you could copy.
Am thinking respite care, for people who need a break from caring for others... The local municipal services here, charge $25 for a four hour "break" and the "patient" must be transported.
Would probably start out by getting personal references, and then offering a personal "get acquainted" meeting with the caregiver.
The local center takes only reasonably stable seniors, and offers light luncheon, and senior games... bingo, puzzles or just TV viewing.
 
GeorgiaXplant said:
Tom, her big obstacle is that she has no car. That's why she asked about something she can do at home.
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That IS a big bump in the road - not having a car can be a deal killer for so many business opportunities.

Something just came to mind that I had been playing with. There's a company called Watkins that sells spices, liniments, personal care products, etc., all highly-rated and with a long history of customer satisfaction. They used to be door-to-door but now are focused on mail order and online sales. They offer good commissions and a lot of help getting set up.

It costs $44 for their "starter kit" (basically you're purchasing the wholesale rights to the products) and you should be able to make a decent amount of money if you apply yourself. It wasn't for me, but you might want to check it out.
 
GeorgiaXplant said:
Tom, her big obstacle is that she has no car. That's why she asked about something she can do at home.
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Yes... realize the difficulty...
The respite center in our town, requires that the "person needing care" be brought to the center. In our area, there are a few younger people who accept people into their home for temporary care... (as in what we think of as baby sitting, but for older persons), to give the care giver an opportunity for a break.. to go shopping, see a movie etc. Although the money part is not great, and likely below the minimum wage, it's still income. A person to person agreement... not a formal business.
Stuffing envelopes for fun and profit is not a good choice.
 

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