Older Employees Bring a Special Set of Skills

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Retired health and physical education teacher Frances Wood knew the WellStar Health Place was a great place to work out. Ten years ago, she wondered if it would also be a great place to work.

"I liked the atmosphere, so I inquired about employment and was hired as a member service representative," said Wood, 61. "I'm a people person. Sitting at the front desk, I get to know our members and I get to help them stay healthy, which is something I believe in. This job is a perfect fit."

AARP recently named WellStar Health System (which owns Health Place), to its list of Best Employers for Workers Over 50. Wood understands why.

"I feel like I'm a productive and contributing member of the staff," she said. "We have people of all ages working here and we make a great team."

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