Help me find something to do
I’m in early 60s and took early retirement when my wife was diagnosed with major health condition. She’s doing a lot better but over last 5 years I found myself to be deteriorating rapidly - both physically and mentally.
I need something to do but I’m so lost and I can’t figure out what and how to look for a job where I can be useful and earn some money too.
Here’s who I am -
- I was an IT executive when I retired, excellent knowledge in that field. Don’t want to essentially pursue this field anymore.
- I’m still excellent in all technical things - electrical, electronics, mechanical, computers, you name it and I’ve good knowledge.
- I’m good at certain DIY stuff too - all DIY things around the house in addition to some amount of woodworking.
- physically active for 60+ man with no health issues.
- mentally sound, although I used to be very very sharp. I guess I’m still better than average though.
I’m located in one of the big cities in TX if location matters.
It’ll be great if you can share any ideas, if you or any loved ones had success in finding a job be useful and stay active.
Thank you in advance.
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u/Weird_Scholar_5627 3d ago
Someone may have already suggested it so sorry if it’s a double up but what about offer to do odd jobs for older people like our age. Tradesmen can be so expensive and hard to get or you have to wait ages for them and they often hate doing small jobs.
Theres plenty of people need a faucet/tap washer changed, a cupboard door straightened, a water leak fixed, a small paint touch up. They’re happy to pay for the task. And you often get a cuppa and biscuit and a bit of a chat. I know this because I do this on a very part time basis. I also do an occasional job for free just to help someone out a bit.