More seniors are returning to work. It has been an alarming trend for many people who hoped not to work in retirement. However, rising grocery prices, higher insurance premiums, inflation, and concerns about retirement savings are pushing many retirees to seek flexible part-time work that supplements Social Security income without overwhelming their schedules.
Unfortunately, older workers have long complained about subtle hiring discrimination, including being ignored for interviews, pushed toward lower-paying jobs, or quietly filtered out by employers looking for younger applicants. Federal agencies and several state governments have responded with stronger enforcement efforts, updated hiring guidance, and expanded protections aimed at helping older Americans compete more fairly in today’s job market. Here’s a look at three new protections that should help guard seniors from unfair treatment.
