I really like the overseas retirement thread, but what about places in the U.S.?

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Denise1952

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I'm searching for work right now, since Spring when I finished some courses I took at the local comm. college. I have plenty of office skills, but not having any luck. I did sign up, and qualify, for a program called Experience Works. Some of you may know about it, but it is for Seniors who are low-income, and you are placed in a "on the job training" assignment, then hopefully, you have some further clout to put on a resume for a perm job. I could easily work another 10, maybe longer, years if I stay as healthy as I am.

But I am looking into options in case I am not lucky enough to land a job between now, and age 62 (I am 61). I am really interested in working out somewhere, so as to have "places" to go, a regular schedule, and be able to interact with other humanoids. Ok, so, I am also looking into having some sort of work-from-home biz, but I have been researching that for about 5 years and I just don't have a profitable niche idea, so far.

So back to my purpose for posting, what are some places in the U.S. that my "dollar" might go a bit farther? I can't imagine moving too far from my sis, but I have to do what is best for me. The other thing is, I am a small, town gal, I can't function (ok, I won't) in a big city just to have a job of some sort. I know, I may have to:(

Ok, gonna toss this out there. By the way, when I turn 62 I will be rollin in the dough, under $1000 a month, lol. I know it's my own fault. I didn't stay one place, and I didn't care. Never thought I live this long;)

Denise
 
Can't help in location choices Denise but understand about not thinking far beyond 60, I'm around 8 years past my expected use-by date and it's become a complication in the planning.
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What kind of work do like firstly and are good or experienced in 2nd? There's a big call on here for 'care' workers. Especially in rural areas where an aging population with low range care needs are being neglected due to a lack of enough people to go round. (I can't even get on the waiting list to be put on the waiting list!)

It doesn't have to be 'district nurse' level medical quals, but someone who can offer an hour to do some washing, or cook a meal, do a tidy up, attend a pet, or even just do a shopping pick up to help someone with what they can't manage while they are recovering short term from a hospital visit or something might be an idea to think about.
An 'Angel for Hire' or 'Friend in Need' type gig.

No idea what kind of support groups you have over there and the funding is a big issue with that. Many that need help are in least position to pay for it so don't imagine you'd get rich from it if it's Govt funded.
Those with a busy family may be lucrative though, time is money these days and many would be glad to contribute $$$ to someone to relieve them of the worry of day to day visits to needy rels. A town on the fringes of a big retirement type region might be the go.
(Maybe you could 'room' with Phil.)
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Just a suggested line of thought.
 
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I do not want to retire and need to get a job. So, I'm keepin' the one I've got. If times were different, there would be more relaxing part time jobs for seniors which would be okay. Something like sweeping up in the surf shop would be fine by me. But, those days are long gone...
 
It is not much, but we pick up three elderly citizens and take them to bingo night twice a week. It gives their families a couple of nights to them selves. It is not much, but it what we can do. :dontworry:
 
Diwundrin said:
Can't help in location choices Denise but understand about not thinking far beyond 60, I'm around 8 years past my expected use-by date and it's become a complication in the planning.
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What kind of work do like firstly and are good or experienced in 2nd? There's a big call on here for 'care' workers. Especially in rural areas where an aging population with low range care needs are being neglected due to a lack of enough people to go round. (I can't even get on the waiting list to be put on the waiting list!)

It doesn't have to be 'district nurse' level medical quals, but someone who can offer an hour to do some washing, or cook a meal, do a tidy up, attend a pet, or even just do a shopping pick up to help someone with what they can't manage while they are recovering short term from a hospital visit or something might be an idea to think about.
An 'Angel for Hire' or 'Friend in Need' type gig.

No idea what kind of support groups you have over there and the funding is a big issue with that. Many that need help are in least position to pay for it so don't imagine you'd get rich from it if it's Govt funded.
Those with a busy family may be lucrative though, time is money these days and many would be glad to contribute $$$ to someone to relieve them of the worry of day to day visits to needy rels. A town on the fringes of a big retirement type region might be the go.
(Maybe you could 'room' with Phil.)
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Just a suggested line of thought.
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Yes, but a prerequisite to living with Phil would be him giving me Tai chi lessons so I could defend myself if he decided to chase me around the table, house. I don't know, I do still run a pretty good pace, LOL!

I would do a caregiver job like the ones you mention early on, and have applied. Problem in what I've found around here is, they all want me to be "able" to lift, and I have a weaker hand, and both arms from an injury working in a warehouse (I loved the job, but was keeping up with 20 and 30 year olds) and burned out in 3 months. Got electrical shocks in both arms, and also a hand/knuckles that never completely healed. But I can do all that household stuff, love to cook, especially for others, can clean, laundry, errands etc. Just haven't found the right person that doesn't need medical care from me and lifting.

I'll keep looking though, I think I would love doing that for someone. Helps me remember where I might be one day, and give someone the care I hope for;) if and when I need it;) Denise
 
Ina said:
It is not much, but we pick up three elderly citizens and take them to bingo night twice a week. It gives their families a couple of nights to them selves. It is not much, but it what we can do.:Don'tworry:
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That's great Ina, nah, I won't worry, something will come along:) I am getting lots of ideas, already on from posting this;) hugs, Denise
 
I was planning on moving in with CeeCee, but Denise is welcome as well - it's been a few years since I had a harem but I like to think I've improved on the concept over that period. I have lots of new ideas for their services to me ... * ducks, runs and hides *

Denise, I'm right there with you on the Social Security income so my main goal right now is to increase my writing so that I can live comfortably and avoid that refrigerator box under the bridge. As I've mentioned before I'm looking for a warm climate so as to save money on heating bills and for the simple fact that I prefer it to the cold climate where I've lived most of my life.

California is out for me. Too expensive and I didn't really "take" to the social climates in LA or 'Frisco - not saying they're bad, just that they aren't for me.

Texas - I visited for a few weeks in Austin, but I no longer drive so the big spaces there are a bit prohibitive. I DO like their attitudes on many issues, though. ;)

I don't know enough about Louisiana, Mississippi or Alabama to make judgement calls on them - they're still potential choices in the future, but my over-riding desire to be near water somewhat limits their appeal.

That leaves Florida, where I've had some wonderful times, lived there for several months (summer AND winter) and generally feel a spiritual connection to. And there's water. And palm trees. And lots of old people to teach T'ai-Chi. ;)
 
Ina said:
Phil, There was a show called "Three's Company", and all worked well for them. :cart:
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Hey, that's right! Thanks for the reminder - now I'm going to go watch YouTube episodes to brush up on my technique! ;)

nwlady said:
I don't know, not if I'm the one havin to slip dollars to him, LOL!!
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No, you wouldn't be slipping me dollar bills anymore.

... once you're married to me the minimum is $5. :eek:
 
Are we all sharing that toilet block out the back?
bother......wrong thread.......it must be bedtime!
 
SifuPhil said:
Hey, that's right! Thanks for the reminder - now I'm going to go watch YouTube episodes to brush up on my technique! ;)



Never got around to watching that show, I only saw the negative opinions of a few people that posted about it. I don't mind getting married - did it before - just not sure of the proper paperwork to fill out for multiple wives.

Research, always more research! :playful:



No, you wouldn't be slipping me dollar bills anymore.

... once you're married to me the minimum is $5. :eek:
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I think I answered one of your posts phil, sorry, duh! Well crud, that's 2 times now I've had to apologize to you, this could get serious, LOL!! Hey, 5 bucks is my weekly chocolate allowance, phil, chocolate, phil, chocolate, oh the decisions, the sacrifices:aargh:
 
I'm also sweet, I have both light and dark phases and I won't make you gain weight.

Plus, I'm often nutty. :p

But enough about me - here are 5 Reasons You Don't Want To Retire in Pennsylvania:


  1. It's freakin' COLD here in the winter
  2. By law you have to eat scrapple at least twice a day
  3. You might fall into a mine subsidence
  4. Not many sidewalks for your power scooters
  5. Young people have the legal right to make fun of you on Saturdays
 
Vivjen said:
I will give you some of mine....I love chocolate but don't eat that much!
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me neither, just couldn't think of anything else, I must have some other things that might be worth giving up? Thinking, I'm thinking;) But 5 bucks, hmm?? Still thinking;)

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nwlady said:
me neither, just couldn't think of anything else, I must have some other things that might be worth giving up? Thinking, I'm thinking;) But 5 bucks, hmm?? Still thinking;)

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I am not convinced.....we will just buy him a double pepperoni pizza once in a while....I am sure that will do!
 
You might want to consider one of our OTHER plans ...


  • Bronze: will hold your hand in public, eat one meal per day with you and kiss your cheek once a week
  • Silver: will hold your waist in public, eat two meals per day with you and kiss your lips once a week
  • Gold: will jump your bones in public, eat you up and kiss you all over daily

(Quantities limited - U.S. residents only - 18 and over, please - prior performance does not ensure future affections)
 
Vivjen said:
I am not convinced.....we will just buy him a double pepperoni pizza once in a while....I am sure that will do!
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k, but you and I get some first right?? :chocolate:ah shucks, thought that was a box of pizza, oh well, I'll leave it case someone wants some;)
 
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