You don't need to be perfectly fluent. You just need to know the language around the career that you want to pursue.
We understand deriving satisfaction from work. Don't let fear hold you back. Go for it. Show your energy and enthusiasm and all the skills you offer. If you lose out on one job because of age, you will land another.
For many, working provides more than a paycheck. It provides happiness and purpose, and staying in the working world can provide many lifestyle benefits, in addition to financial gains.
If J.K. Rowling, Jerry Seinfeld, Madonna, Thomas Edison, and Walt Disney all found a way to bounce back from being fired, so can you...