5 Great Part-Time Jobs for Retirees

3. Personal and Home-Care Aide

The nitty-gritty: You typically help elderly, ill or disabled people with everyday activities ranging from bathing and getting dressed to running errands. Other duties might include light housekeeping, companionship, grocery shopping, meal preparation and medication monitoring.
The hours: If you're working at someone's home, three or four hours a day, two or three days a week, might be all they require. These jobs are often booked through a home-care agency. You might opt for a part-time position in an assisted living facility or hospice. A word of caution: Some positions require lifting patients and lots of time on your feet. If you have physical limitations, ask about the requirements of a specific client before signing on.
Median pay range: There tends to be a lot of turnover, so job openings are plentiful, especially helping the elderly in-home as well as at assisted-living and hospice facilities. Expect $7.36 per hour to $12.45; $35-plus depending on experience and certification.
Qualifications: Some employers may require a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification. CPR training and a driver's license are helpful too. Good bedside manner is a must.

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