STAY ACTIVE DURING YOUR GOLDEN YEARS 3 PART-TIME JOBS FOR RETIREES
GIVE BACK AS A PERSONAL CARE AIDE.
Whether you want to generate some extra income during your retirement or just keep yourself busy, getting a part- time job can be a great way to spend your golden years. But why settle for just any opportunity when you could stay mentally and physically active and give back to the community? If that sounds like your ideal way to spend retirement, here are a few options to consider.
certificate — just a wealth of knowledge from your years in the workforce. Alternatively, if you want to help younger students with their academics, you could also work as a tutor or a teacher’s assistant at a local school.
If you’re looking for an opportunity to stay active and have a more direct impact on people’s lives, you can try being a personal care aide. Personal care aides help elderly and disabled people with everyday tasks, such as shopping, doing laundry, and bathing. Many people who require this assistance prefer older aides who can empathize with their struggles, so it’s a great job for recent retirees. Just because you’ve retired doesn’t mean you can no longer bring value to your community. With all the time you have on your hands, you could become one of your town’s most valuable assets.
SHARE YOUR PASSION FOR SPORTS AS A COACH.
Coaching can be a satisfying way to spend your retirement and support younger athletes. However, there are a few things to keep in mind if you want to be a coach. You might need to pass a background check, and you’ll probably need to know first aid as well. While the pay isn’t incredible, the time you’ll spend sharing your passion for sports with young people is more than worth it.
PASS ALONG YOUR KNOWLEDGE AS A TEACHER.
Many community colleges and community centers offer part-time teaching opportunities for those who want to share their field of expertise with others. Many of these positions don’t require a teaching degree or
RETIREMENT IS JUST A NEW CHAPTER 3 ORGANIZATIONS THAT HELP RETIREES STAY ACTIVE
SILVER CONNECTIONS
As you approach retirement age, it can feel like walking up to the edge of a cliff. After living a busy life filled with the demands of work and, often, raising children, entering retirement can feel like having an overwhelming amount of free time. However, we are fortunate to have a large selection of organizations aimed at helping retirees remain active, engage community members, and retain their purpose, as well as provide both cognitive and physical stimulation. Here are just a few of those organizations. Raleigh Parks and Recreation sponsors several Active Adult Centers, including the Anne Gordon Center for Active Adults, the Five Points Center for Active Adults, and the Walnut Terrace Neighborhood Center. These centers offer a wide variety of programming, both on- and off-site. The centers, which require participants to be 50 years or older to partake, provide a space and opportunity for adults to do things like take yoga classes, go on planned trips (including international trips and cruises), take art classes, and join music groups. The centers are designed to help people connect with friends, both old and new, and offer free fitness rooms for members. RALEIGH PARKS AND RECREATION ACTIVE ADULT CENTER
Targeted at the 55 and older crowd, Silver Connections organizes anywhere between 8–10 events each month. These might be anything from a potluck dinner to a wine tasting or concert, with an effort made to sponsor events that will meet a broad range of budgets each month. For example, in August 2020, Silver Connections has a trip planned to Scotland and Ireland. Some of their past events include a trip to the Carolina Ballet, a sunset cruise on Jordan Lake, and holiday gatherings on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter. If you’re interested in connecting with a broader range of ages, check out the numerous events sponsored by Wake County Public Libraries. Wakegov.com/libraries/events hosts a broad list of offerings, including library-led book groups, instruction on journaling, and concerts. The library even offers volunteer-led programs like business counseling from Service Corps of Retired Executives, so checking out their calendar is also an excellent way to learn about opportunities to give back. WAKE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES
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