Being in paid work as you grow older
Australian statistics show that older workers (over 55) are staying in the workforce. Sure, they may change the nature of the work they do, the working hours, and the workload, but they are not retiring. Research shows that over the last 20 years many workers form their sense of who they are, and what is meaningful to them, by working. Workplace social networks and support structures occur more frequently now and for people considering leaving the workforce these factors need to be considered.
One interesting statistics is that the biggest increase in workers across the country is among women older than 65. Certainly the actual number of older women in the workforce who are over 65 is small. However, it may be worth exploring - what could this participation mean? Could it be that women are seeking both income and purpose by doing paid work? It is known that women are often the backbone of volunteer work done in charitable and non-for-profit organisations. Women are great organisers and build social networks wherever they are involved. Are you continuing to stay in paid work? What are the reasons you do so?
Posted by Helene Strawbridge on 14th August, 2010 | Comments | Trackbacks
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