Abstract
A case is made for people to delay their retirement from jobs they enjoy doing. It is argued that work gives a person a sense of purpose, a feeling of self-worth and respect, enhanced financial security, more interpersonal relationships (correlated with longer life expectancy), and an escape from boredom. The concept of “Pine Box Retirement” is introduced as one approach to lifelong employment. Finally, the approach of business to older employees is examined, with the recommendation that post-65-year-old workers be recognized for the significant benefits they bring to the workplace and, as productive individuals, to the societies in which they live.

Keywords: ageism; age discrimination; retirement; Pine Box Retirement; postponing retirement; aging work force.