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In reply to the discussion: I had to have a conversation today with my son. I am 60, a life long smoker. State is opening up. [View all]barbtries
(28,787 posts)NC is rolling out phase 1 and I think it's too soon, and I know it's too soon for me. fortunately I am semi-retired and the one contract job that I have requires no travel, yet. By July I may need to travel to Indiana for work and will have to make a decision at that time whether I want to take the chance. But I'm 64 and have already started collecting early SS.
Can you make it financially if you don't return to work? Phase 1 in my state says people should still stay home, also they are pushing the "3 W's" - wear a mask, wait behind (at least 6 feet), and wash your hands. I think their advice is falling on a lot of deaf ears. Will your employer provide you with PPE and enforce social distancing? Have they put in processes to disinfect the rooms and all common areas regularly?
If you do return to work, it should not be the same place you left. There's a virus out there and it is extremely contagious. Please keep us posted and I hope no matter what you stay well.