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Older Americans Month 2021: Resume Do’s and Don’ts for Older Job Seekers

May 13, 2021

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Job hunting can be stressful, and even more so in a world where we rely on virtual first impressions. For older job seekers with years of experience, the good news is that your resume can be a wonderful first impression…

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Seventy-three and Thriving in Senior Services!

February 3, 2021

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Margit Altstadt had been working in the department of health in Champaign, Illinois for several years until she was laid off at the age of 62. “It was hard to find a job at that age,” she said, but that…

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Senior Gains New Skills for a New Career!

January 22, 2021

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Steve Deon worked as a supervisor for two residential buildings in Minnesota, overseeing the maintenance and cleaning staff. He enjoyed his work, but when he was diagnosed with cancer, he moved to Illinois to be closer to family. “I had…

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Teamwork Leads to Senior’s Career Success

May 11, 2020

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Margaret Feret is a survivor. During the 27 years she worked as a clinical care nursing technician she also raised her four children. When two of her sons enlisted in the military and went on to take part in the…

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Reinvention at 67 Leads to Career Success

April 15, 2020

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Sheree Hamilton decided to reinvent herself at the age of 67. Her life was full of experience. Originally from Houston, Texas but raised in East St. Louis, she had a diverse upbringing which helped her fit right in when she…

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Computer Skills Lead to Career Change

February 19, 2020

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LaCrystal Brown owned her own cleaning business for 25 years, and although she appreciated the opportunities and challenges owning a business had brought, she felt that it was time for a career change. “I hadn’t been in an office in…

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Senior Community Service Employment Program Transition Meeting

January 20, 2017

Did you miss our initial Senior Community Service Employment Program Transition Meetings? Don’t worry! Join us at our upcoming remote meeting to learn more!     Join the conference call: 1-877-273-4202 Conference Room Number: 8213650  

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