do you think that they should make a senior only wal mart or shopping center?

Question

I can barely make it our these days and make my way through those crowds. and everything is so confusing because they are always switching it around and some of the people running through these stores give me anxiety. I wish they'd have a senior market where I could feel more comfortable and also how come it is getting harder to find a place that accepts a check? I cant stand those money cards and atms..why cant things be more senior friendly?

Answer 1

No. I don't agree. The amount of money most seniors can afford to spend after they have paid the bills to keep a roof over their heads, and food on the table, is very minimal. If a store was put up "just for seniors" they would be out of business in no time.

It seems to me that there is a real aternative here that you need to be considering. You say that you have trouble making your way through the crowds. Some of the people make you anxious. And you can't be bothered to learn about money cards and ATMs. It would probably be really beneficial to you if you considered having one of your children take you shopping. Or even go with a friend who doesn't get as intimidated as you do by these things.

The fault is not in the malls themselves (which you navigated quite well even five years ago), but in your real fears as you slow down in your advancing age. You should not be thinking of making the rest of your community pay for YOUR difficulties. It is not fair, and it is not prudent.

As to "money cards and ATMs"...these can be much EASIER to use than checks. You should consider sitting down with someone you trust and having them teach you exactly how to use these.

Answer 2

I think they keep changing things around because they want you to have a look at different things, and maybe buy, not just run to what you want to buy and get out of there. And Wal_Mart is all about crowds and volume, that is not about to change. But...

The things you mention concern a lot of people, not just seniors. OTOH here is a senior who prefers "money cards" and atms.

The times they are a changing, some things for the better, some things for the worse, but that is the way it has always been. That is the way it will always be.

Answer 3

I understand your frustration, but I don't agree that the answer is a store exclusively for seniors.

I believe retailers need to be educated (and SOON) about the needs of seniors. The baby boomers are catching up to us, and despite their tucks and botox, gravity will grab them, too.

I rarely have cash at all, so I use credit cards. Neither I nor my husband has an ATM card or a Debit Card.

I will not enter a mall between Thanksgiving and New Year's unless it's snowing enough to keep other shoppers at home.

I'd be happy if they had apparel that is appropriate for my age without being frumpy or skimpy.

FYI, Kroger in my area has 5% off for seniors on Tuesdays.

Answer 4

"I cried because I had no shoes. Then I saw a man who had no legs." Look at the good in it. You can go to Wal-Mart and shop. Think of those confined to a nursing home, many who cannot even get out of bed. Old age is not for the faint of heart and I for one would not want to be put in isolation just because I am older and slower than the rest of society. Live, live, fight for and through every precious moment and look to the good. Blessings on you.

Answer 5

I'm sorry things are hard for you. I doubt that it would be possible to make a senior market. I don't suppose there is a young person in your neighborhood that you could have shop for you? I know that some grocery stores actually let you order and they deliver. Anyways, I hope things can get easier for you.

Answer 6

You are wanting the whole world to change for you - I am afraid this is not how it works. Move with the times. This 'annoying money cards' you speak of are a LOT more sensible quicker and easier than bloody cheques!! Any I am sure the people 'running around' giving you anxiety have places to go and are in a rush and maybe it is you THEY find annoying too as you are holding them up moving so slowly and making the cashier take an extra long time processing your cheque!!! . Geez try looking at things from our perspective.
SO yes, its probably a good idea for that speed of service thing alone to seperate the two.

EDIT- I find it hypocritical of you seniors- that when a younger person gives you advice on how outdated ways no longer work in society as efficiently and fast as new ways, you all give a thumbs down because you can't deal with the reality of the situation- why ask a question if you aren't willing to listen open mindedly and consider the answers you receive? Thats not setting a very good example is it?

Answer 7

I agree what you desire would be lovely,but big business caters to the youth of America, and who spends the most.
Do you have any smaller local markets in your area where you can shop more at ease, I hope so, i do realize that Walmart is pretty much a monoply. but they do accept checks, I don't like ATM's either.

Answer 8

It may not be easy, but to alleviate some of the frustrations at Wal-Mart, you may want to go very early in the morning, say 06:00.

Answer 9

about a month ago I saw something on the news maybe CBS about a store they made senior friendly can't remember which type -- but they had lower shelves and benchs and stuff -- and their business experienced a boom ... this might be the story on youtube -- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1fUKtevMrM sorry it was a german grocery store chain

Answer 10

It is the energy of youth that keeps us from stagnating. Don't wall yourself off from it. The more new things we learn, the better. You have already adapted to the computer. Keep up the good work.