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Many older adults continue to work into retirement, often for financial necessity. Learn more about how your organization can support the job training and placement program SCSEP, and volunteer opportunities for seniors.
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7 Effective Job-Hunting Strategies for Older Adults

Jul 20, 2022
Older adults are returning to the workforce in droves. Learn five simple, effective ways people aged 65+ can find a job they enjoy.

9 High-Impact Interviewing Tips for Older Job Seekers

Jul 21, 2022

Online Tool Helps Older Adults Create a Plan to Find a Job

Jan 19, 2023

14 Steps to Get Ready for Retirement

Nov 15, 2022

What Is the Downside to Taking Social Security Early?

Sep 13, 2024
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Debunking the Top 6 Financial Myths About Retirement

Apr 17, 2024
Misconceptions about retirement living expenses, health care, and Social Security can make it harder to prepare effectively for retirement. Get the facts.

NCOA Partners in Workforce Training

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The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Paid Job Training

The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) is the nation’s oldest program to help low-income, unemployed individuals age 55+ find work.

Discover who is eligible for SCSEP and how to help someone apply.

Get the Facts on Women and Aging

Aug 15, 2024
Women face specific challenges to their right to age well, including health disparities and unequal access to health care, caregiving responsibilities that can drain health and retirement security, and lower participation in employer-sponsored retirement plans. Get the facts from NCOA.

What Is the Social Security Spousal Benefit?

Aug 12, 2024

What Is the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?

Aug 07, 2024

Workforce Investment Systems 101: Engaging with State Workforce Systems — Learning the Language to Build Partnerships

Jun 21, 2024

Find benefits with NCOA's online tool.

BenefitsCheckUp®

NCOA's BenefitsCheckUp® connects older adults and people with disabilities with benefits to help pay for health care, medicine, food, and more. It's simple, free, and confidential.

Help an older adult browse programs today.

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