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Drew Blankenship

FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Lost your job after 55 this federal program pays you while you train - The Untold Story

Senior Community Service Employment Program
The Senior Community Service Employment Program helps eligible adults age 55 and older earn income while gaining valuable job training and work experience for future employment. Lee Charlie/Shutterstock

Losing a job later in life can be especially stressful when retirement is still years away, or your savings aren’t enough to cover everyday expenses. Many older adults discover that finding new employment takes longer than expected, particularly if they need updated skills or recent work experience. Fortunately, there is a federal program designed specifically to help unemployed, low-income adults age 55 and older reenter the workforce while earning a paycheck.

The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) provides paid, part-time job training that can help participants build confidence, develop new skills, and transition into permanent employment. If you’re wondering whether this opportunity could fit your situation, here is what you need to know about how SCSEP works and how you can benefit.

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