10 More Cities With Job Opportunities for Older Workers

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I agree with you, Geri:

I went to Tampa/St. Pete 18 months ago trying to find employment, (I'm from Cleveland, OH) but perhaps I went at a bad time of year because I wound up in a homeless shelter once my money ran out. Just the same, I hate driving and battling the winter weather and suffer seasonal depression, so I'll take a job down there at the first opportunity (I spent seven years as a mail clerk for a major bank, but have computer skills. Need a car to get a job or I'm screwed).

ken of OH @ Aug 12, 2009 16:25:48 PM

retirees and back to work

I agree about those who have computer skills. What about work for those who are home bound as I am.

I am 41 and cannot walk or stand for more than 20 minutes. I suffer a great deal of pain. What happened to working from computers at home. What are disabled re-tirees to do? Limitations are punishing to us.

I though this was internship for more of the arts and entertainment industry. I am a writer and that is all that I can offer. America must be mindful to not lose touch w/ seniors and the disabled.

We did not choose this way of life. Too many intelligent people are not being applied in the proper fashion;perhaps our economy may change if Corporations would work w/ us.

We may be sick or mature, but we aren't lazy either. We can be applied to work with dignity and skill with greater experience. many of us have good minds and we should not go to waste b/c of our limitations.

Anna of IL @ Aug 12, 2009 01:03:02 AM

What about Florida

The cities you mentioned do not sound great for retirees: My first thought when planning retirement is weather!!! What are some of the cities in warm climates.

Geri Cipollone of PA @ Jan 28, 2009 11:04:16 AM

Retirement Jobs

In spite of Michigan's economic slump, Ann Arbor remains a great town for retirees, with super health facilities, university perks and even - yes, jobs! - for the retired.

Nancy Hirabayashi of MI @ Jan 23, 2009 14:01:39 PM

Retirement Jobs

What about retirees who have disabilities? I can walk but with a cane - don't look 65. How long can you be out of job market before your computer skills become obsolete?

Joyce Mason of VA @ Jan 22, 2009 19:33:36 PM

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