@crabby55
I am 80 years old and have struggled with depression since I was 16. I have had many medications and treatments. When I worked, I had purpose. When I retired, I lost my purpose for living and sank like a rock. I made a half-hearted attempt at suicide and was hospitalized. Here is what keeps me going: being with other people, volunteer work and my dog. I belong to three groups, so I force myself to participate. I volunteer at a food kitchen so I see people in much worse condition than I. I walk my dog three times a day so I have to get out. My dog loves me, no matter what.. Depression does not go away. It is a life-long struggle. A part-time job is an excellent idea. Godspeed.