Grand Strand’s Patient of the Month CELEBRATING LORI NOACK
AN OPPORTUNITY FOR EASY MONEY AND SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT The freedom of retirement certainly comes with its perks, but challenges of post-work living exist as well. Chief among them, for most elderly folks, are fears of social isolation and financial insolvency, as having coworkers and a regular income are not as common in retirement. Perhaps this is why so many retirees are flocking to home-sharing platforms like Airbnb or its seniors-only cousin, The Freebird Club. Airbnb reported last year that the 60-plus age bracket is its fastest- growing demographic worldwide, with the number of senior hosts as much as doubling every year. Home-sharing platforms can be a tremendous boon to a tight retirement budget. It’s an especially attractive option to elderly folks who find themselves rich in assets but struggling with liquid finances. Home-sharing allows them to tap into these resources. According to Priceonomics, U.S. Airbnb hosts bring in a monthly average of $924. But home-sharing can do more than boost your income. By opening a room in your home to travelers, you’ll encounter all kinds of people you might never otherwise meet, prompting dynamic social interactions I have the distinct pleasure of working with pleasant and hardworking staff, but I have also been blessed to know many wonderful members of this community by having them as patients. I have many patients who are regulars, which means my staff and I get the chance to really connect with them on a personal level. For this newsletter’s first edition, I can’t think of anyone better to talk about than Lori Noack. Lori has been coming to Grand Strand Health and Wellness every two weeks for the past seven years. She originally came in because of pain radiating between her right shoulder and hand, as well as headaches and lower back pain. Lori is the kind of patient who makes me love my job, she keeps me and everyone else smiling and laughing every time she comes through the door. There is never a dull moment when Lori comes in for her appointment. Lori is incredibly outgoing, loving, and full of energy. She takes time to speak with everyone as if they were old friends, whether she knows them or not. Her infectious positivity is one of the reasons she does so well with her treatments. None of this will come as
a surprise to anyone who
knows Lori, as her passion for helping others is evident in her work for the community.
Lori volunteers with her church and with the Barnabas Horse Foundation, a
faith-based nonprofit that provides equine therapy for children with special needs, such as sensory deficit disorders. Along with serving the community and serving the Lord, Lori spends her spare time snorkeling, swimming, gardening, and riding around town on her 2007 Harley Road King. She has also brought many of her family members into Grand Strand, including her husband, daughter, stepson, parents, and in-laws.
Why Seniors Are Flocking to Home-Sharing Platforms
and meaningful connections. The rating systems on Airbnb and similar platforms almost entirely prevent would-be troublemakers from entering your property, and users report that when a rare negative experience does occur, the company typically has your back. It’s a great way to stay socially engaged while staving off loneliness.
Best of all, running a modestly successful Airbnb usually doesn’t take much work. It simply requires you to set up a neat, welcoming space, keep in contact with your guests, and ensure the check-in and check-out processes are as straightforward as possible. In fact, senior hosts seem to have a leg up on their younger counterparts, as elderly hosts earn the most consistently positive ratings across the globe. Airbnb and The Freebird Club won’t make you rich, but they’re relatively low effort enterprises that come with some massive benefits. If you’re looking for a little busywork, some extra cash, and a little social interaction in your retirement, hosting may be your best bet!
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