EXPLORING THE LIVED EXPERIENCES OF WORK–LIFE BALANCE AND JOB SATISFACTION AMONG ELDERLY HEALTHCARE WORKERS APPROACHING RETIREMENT

The study explores the lived experiences of work-life balance among elderly workers approaching retirement. This study employed a descriptive phenomenological approach in its research design. The aim of this study is to examine the relationship between work-life balance and job satisfaction among elderly healthcare workers through descriptive phenomenological approach. The respondents of this study will come from the elderly healthcare worker population within the vicinity of Quezon City, ranging in age from 55 to 65 years old. The study concludes that the elderly healthcare workers view work-life balance and job satisfaction as factors that positively impacts their overall well-being, productivity, and fulfillment. The study’s findings put emphasis on the challenges elderly healthcare workers face, such as heavy workloads, rigid organizational policies, and insufficient support systems, which hinder their ability to maintain balance and satisfaction. It also highlights the importance of flexible work arrangements, retirement planning, and wellness programs in fostering a sustainable and meaningful career in healthcare.