At 75 will you be part of the 6.4 percent still working?

An AARP Bulletin article (Oct. 2007) gave the percentage of people over age 55 who are part of the work force. More older workers are in the work force today than 10 or 20 years ago. The average of all workers 55 and over is 38 percent, up from 30.1 percent 20 years ago, up from 30.3 percent just ten years ago. Today, of those 55-59, 72 percent work. From 60-64, 52.5 percent work. At 75 years of age, 6.4 percent are still working.

The article goes on to mention that it can be difficult for an older worker to find a job they want to do. AARP is testing a WorkSearch program to help you assess your interests and skills and connect you to local jobs where these skills are in demand. Their National Employer Team consists of employers who actively seek to hire older workers. At least a couple of employers have programs where RVers can move from one store to another.

Workers on the RV road are in a unique position when it comes to finding work. They are in demand at businesses that deal with the public. For those working at an RV park or resort, they can often find a job that includes a free RV site as well as pay. Expenses are less, plus money is coming in. Using a computer to make money is feasible now with so many more ways to stay connected to the Internet. RV workers with the right skills who are willing to go where the jobs are can earn even more.

We do hope that if you are still working or volunteering when you are 75 years of age or older, it is because you are doing something you love to do and are still having a ball! Jaimie