Senior Community Service Employment Program

Description	The Senior Community Service Employment Program provides paid, part-time work experience for eligible persons. Training available through the program takes place at various locations and is subsidized (e.g., paid for by the program). The program also provides its participants with supportive services, training workshops, and help with finding employment.
Eligibility	Delaware residents 55 years and older who have family incomes at or below 125% of the poverty level. Service priority is given to individuals meeting one or more of the following criteria: Veteran or a spouse of a veteran 65 years of age or older With a disability Limited English proficiency Low literacy skills Residing in a rural area Low employment prospects Homeless or at risk for homelessness
Availability	Statewide
Info or Enrollment	New Castle County: Goodwill of Delaware and Delaware County, PA Kent County: Modern Maturity Center Sussex County: First State Community Action Agency Additional Information: Delaware Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC)
More Resources	Guide to Services for Older Delawareans and Persons with Disabilities Delaware Aging and Disability Resource Center Service Provider Search
Related Links	DRAFT - Senior Community Service Employment Program State Plan - Program Years 2024 to 2028 U.S. Department of Labor Senior Community Service Employment Program Delaware Department of Labor

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