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Seniors Sticking Around: The Rise of Unretirement

Seniors Sticking Around: The Rise of Unretirement

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Unretirement on the Rise: Older Americans Staying in Workforce Amid Economic Uncertainty - A growing number of older Americans are working past traditional retirement age, with 20% of those aged 65 and older and 4.2% of those aged 80 and older employed part-time. Economic worries and inflation have pushed many retirees back into the workforce, while others seek purpose, community, and activity. However, ageism and longer unemployment spells pose challenges. As we move into next year, more seniors are considering unretirement, highlighting the need for stronger safety nets and anti-discrimination laws.

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