WORKING AFTER RETIREMENT ...
... is the plan for 69% of midlife and older workers. Such workers will tend to stay with employers who offer flexible hours, training and good pension benefits, according to a study of 1,500 workers ages 45 and up by the American Association of Retired People. The 194-page report, "Staying Ahead of the Curve: The AARP Work and Career Study," is a free 1-megabyte download at this AARP site.
AARP Honors 15 Employers as Best Companies for 50+ Workers
[AARP - 23 September 2002] AARP today announced its selection of 15 "Best Companies for Workers over 50." This is the second annual Best Companies search by the non-profit organization. "At a time of widespread reports of questionable corporate practices, these companies have shown a better side of business," said AARP President James Parkel, in announcing this year's honorees.
ageing as exile?
This blog explores the intersection of aging, creativity, purpose, transition, learning and well-being. It is edited by Steve Dahlberg.
"Exile is the cradle of nationality," according to Michael Higgins, Ireland's former minister of arts, culture and the Gaeltacht. We should "presuppose a sort of dialogue among exiles" who are together in a new place. Viewing ageing as "exile" offers a new (and positive) perspective about exile and ageing - one that can lead to older people better understanding their common "nationality" of what it means to be fully human - to be part of a greater whole.
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