Older Americans Month 2021: Resume Do’s and Don’ts for Older Job Seekers
May 13, 2021
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…
Senior Gains New Skills for a New Career!
January 22, 2021
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…
A Senior’s Career Journey
October 26, 2020
Liz Combs had always worked in factories. But when the economy crashed in the 2008 financial crisis she was forced to look elsewhere for employment. She bounced around a few jobs – working for Toyota and the 2010 census –…
Teamwork Leads to Senior’s Career Success
May 11, 2020
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…