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Sharon Smith is like an oasis in the desert for individuals in need of personal and professional assistance in DuPage County, Illinois. In 2011, Sharon moved from a desert (Arizona) to Chicago to take care of her mother. She was…

As you may know, this week we are celebrating National Employ Older Workers Week! During National Employ Older Workers Week (also known as “NEOWW”), we honor the dedication, experience and commitment that older workers bring to the workforce. National Able…

This week is National Employ Older Workers Week (NEOWW), which celebrates the skills and contributions older workers bring to the workforce, and which encourages employers to hire these individuals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, older Americans are bypassing…

Today marks the beginning of National Employ Older Workers Week! This week, and every week, National Able Network celebrates the numerous benefits older workers bring to the workforce. Our President & CEO, Bridget Altenburg, recently sat down with Vice President…

Did you know that May is Older Americans Month? This year’s Older Americans Month celebration was highlighted with the theme of “Engage at Every Age” and encouraged everyone, young and old, to take part in activities that help to enrich…

Check out our latest vlog featuring President & CEO, Bridget Altenburg, and Vice President of Workforce Services and Development, Patricia Wilkins! Watch now to see Bridget and Pat discuss Older Americans Month and what we can do to support older…

WATCH NOW: At National Able Network, we help make careers happen. Through the Senior Community Service Employment Program, we help individuals ages 55 and better get back into the workforce! But don’t listen to us – hear directly from our…

Did you know that October is Emotional Wellness Month? You may be asking yourself: “What is emotional wellness?” According to Dr. Shannon Kolakowski, being emotionally well includes treating others well, liking who you are, being flexible, and having/showing gratitude. As…

May is Older Americans Month! Did you know that older workers are staying active in the workforce for longer periods? The workforce landscape is changing and we are experiencing something brand new; five generations working side by side. According to…

As part of Older Americans Month, National Able Network’s new Omaha, Nebraska office collaborated with Heartland Workforce Solutions to host a job fair for local job seekers to interview on-site with employers looking to hire! Twelve employers representing various industries…