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FedExperience: More than half a million federal
employees will leave government in the next five years. To help the
federal government address critical talent shortages, The Partnership
for Public Service launched this initiative to recruit and hire
experienced older workers.
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Joliet Junior College's Mature Workforce Center: Through the Plus 50
Initiative, Joliet Junior College received a grant to implement and
promote workshops and services geared specifically to older adults who
are retooling for new careers.
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Jump Start the Conversation: The Aging in
Place Intiative awarded grants to organizations in San Diego that
help to create more lifelong learning opportunities for older
adults.
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Oasis Institute—"The Immigrant Experience:"
This initiative shares the stories of immigrant older adults, with
emphasis on their cultural insights and work experiences. Five core
courses are offered at OASIS Centers including immigration history,
literature, film, food, and culture and tutoring.
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Project
SHINE: Coordinated through Temple University's Center for Intergenerational
Learning, Project SHINE pairs university students with older
immigrants and refugees to help them acquire U.S. citizenship and
fosters positive cross-cultural and intergenerational relationships.
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Wisconsin Rural Women's Initiative: This initiative
serves women over the age of 50, offering educational and
self-improvement opportunities during weekend training sessions.
Wisconsin's County Health Department partners with the Women's
Initiative to take the program into communities and provides other
services as well.
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