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Employment support

Services for Older Workers

Return to work, change direction, or refresh your skills.

Through our older adult employment programming, we help people aged 55 and older with paid training, job placement, and the support services that make working possible.

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Who it's for
People aged 55 and older who want to work
Where
Alexandria City, Arlington, Fairfax, Fairfax City, Fauquier, Loudoun, Madison, Orange, Prince William, Rappahannock
How to start
Send us a message or call

Who it helps

Older job seekers

People aged 55 and older who want to return to work, change careers, or update their skills.

Employers

Businesses that value experience and want to hire older workers.

What support is available

Practical help to get back into work, and to stay there.

  1. 1. Paid training

    Training opportunities and skill refreshers, with pay.

  2. 2. Job placement

    We match you with employers aligned to your goals.

  3. 3. Supportive services

    We help you navigate services such as housing, food assistance, and transportation.

How to get started

  1. Step 1

    Reach out

    Send a message or call us. You can contact us yourself, or a family member, school, or agency can contact us for you.

  2. Step 2

    Talk with our team

    We'll learn about your goals and situation, and explain which services and funding may apply.

  3. Step 3

    Plan your next steps

    Together we agree on a plan and who will support you, then get to work on it.

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Ask about Older Workers (55+)

Call (202) 725-4194, email [email protected], or send us a message.
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