Long Island's popular beaches are hoping to avoid a lifeguard shortage this summer, a shortage that is sweeping the nation. Perhaps a starting pay increase will help? McLoganTV reports.
Pay increases, perks, and even signing bonuses are being offered to would-be lifeguards, hoping to lure teenagers and even senior citizens who love to swim.
"According to the CDC, about 8,000 Americans drown each year," said Motti Eliyahu, CEO of Lifeguard Training New York.Eliyahu is now reaching out to retirees to attend his classes to become certified. Many pools and beaches in our area will accept trained, certified lifeguards as old as 75 and as young as 15. They are anticipating August, when they may again be forced to reduce hours or close the season early when lifeguards return to college.
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