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ellenrr

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8. thanks to those who encouraged. The job I'm applying for

Mon Jun 24, 2013, 04:16 PM

Jun 2013

is one I'm totally qualified for. Except for age. The sad truth is that even tho I have the experience, most of the time people don't want to hire someone who is older.
But there are exceptions.
And even if I were 40 applying for the job, there are probably beaucoups applicants in this economy, so I might not get it, even if age weren't a factor.
I am in the process of sending in the appl and will see what happens. If I get an interview, I'll go.

I'm also looking into things like RSVP which is a program for retired people who want to be active and useful.
But I would prefer the rigor of a "real" job.

will let you know.

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I'm 66 and going to apply for work. Am I completely nuts? [View all] ellenrr Jun 2013 OP

I'm 66 and still working. My kids keep asking when I'm going to retire, Arkansas Granny Jun 2013 #1

YES U ARE! bluedave Jun 2013 #2

GO FOR IT!!! fadedrose Jun 2013 #3

My grandmother ran a nursing home at your age. She then went on applegrove Jun 2013 #4

I was working full time until I was 71. RebelOne Jun 2013 #5

It all depends No Vested Interest Jun 2013 #6

Just be aware of the 'hits' your Social Security could take based on 'other' sinkingfeeling Jun 2013 #7

thanks to those who encouraged. The job I'm applying for ellenrr Jun 2013 #8

Hair No Vested Interest Jun 2013 #10

No. If you are healthy and bored, try it. JDPriestly Jun 2013 #9