NETER Stories
NETER stories bring the NETER measure to life and help to illustrate the real life challenges that come with being a NETER.
The circumstance of each NETER is unique, but what connects them is a shared vulnerability from not having an employment income. As a group they are highly exposed to life economic shocks like rising food costs, higher interest rates and lifestyle shocks like divorce and bereavement. Which can have a devastating impact on their long-term standard of living.
We are deeply grateful to the people that have agreed to share and if you are interested in sharing your story we would love to hear from you: [email protected]
Jon's story
Jon explains how being suddenly unable to work because of ill-health has had a drastic impact on his financial security in his 60s and altered his previous way of life.
Bill's story
Bill is a highly experienced engineer, technician, and crafter, and has worked in the creative and media industries for over 30 years, including at management level. However, he’s found that finding new roles has got harder and harder, and a pattern has emerged which makes him think that ageism is the elephant in the room.
