There are more and more elderly people who, even after decades of work, remain attached to professional routines for lack of conditions to withdraw from active life. In countries such as the United States, a growing number of workers over 70 is forced to prolong the activity for economic reasons.
One of these stories is that of Sandy McConnell, who is 80, lives in the state of Nevada and still works at full time. The case, reported in recent days by various international means, has caused surprise and raised a debate around aging in the labor market.
Family debt and responsibilities
According to the website specializing in Economics and Actuality, Business Insider, Sandy began working at age 16 and, throughout her life, accumulated several debts while helping family members in times of need.
In 1997, after the separation, he became responsible for raising five children alone, while maintaining mortgage, car and credit cards.
The decision not to join the company’s renovation plan was due to the immediate need for money, the US publication explains.
Impact of pandemic
COVID-19 pandemic has further aggravate the situation. Sandy lost his job and had to declare bankruptcy in 2021, repeating a process identical to 2004.
Currently continues to work from home in a company that offers schedule flexibility, also receiving a social benefit of 1,523 euros per month, insufficient to stop working. Its total debt, excluding the house, surrounds the 60 thousand euros.
Domestic economy and daily habits
Despite the difficulties, Sandy maintains an organized routine and small habits that give her joy. He likes to visit grandchildren, walking with dogs and rediscovering former co -workers.
Every night devotes some time to the online poker as a hobby and strictly controls daily spending, limiting themselves to the essentials of food and basic expenses.
Fragility of a system
Sandy McConnell’s case highlights the fragility of those who, despite decades of work, cannot accumulate enough reform to ensure financial security in old age.
As the experience of this accounting expert illustrates a phenomenon that, although more visible in the United States, has echoes in many other countries, warning of the importance of consistent economic planning throughout life.
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