WattsAGigawatt's journey

I’m currently navigating a challenging situation as my wife wants to reduce her work hours and possibly go part-time, which would mean losing her medical benefits. She has suggested that I find a part-time job to help cover our family's healthcare needs. I haven’t worked since 2016 because I’ve been a stay-at-home dad to our now 13-year-old son. Now, at 55, I’m feeling uncertain about re-entering the job market, especially since I’ve been out of work for nearly a decade. My wife thinks I should apply at places like Costco or Trader Joe’s since we frequently shop there, but I’m worried about my age and lack of recent work experience. I’m not keen on roles that involve handling cash or heavy lifting, which limits my options even further. I understand the importance of getting a job for the benefits and the employee discount, but I’m feeling overwhelmed by the thought of starting from scratch. I’ve received some advice suggesting that I shouldn’t focus on what I can’t do, but rather think about what skills I might have and what jobs I’d be willing to take. Some commenters pointed out that many part-time jobs don’t offer comprehensive health insurance, and that I might need to consider full-time options instead. I know my wife is feeling burnt out and needs my support, so I’m trying to muster the courage to step up and find something, but I’m still unsure of where to start.