Vocational Education for Senior Citizens (Aired on December 5 & 6, 2015)
(l-r) Sheila Rock, Marlene Fredericks, Patsy Kimbrew & Cheryl George
The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) is a Federal program that operates on a country level, providing vocational training for low-income persons age 55 or older. In Dutchess County the SCSEP office is part of PathStone, located in Wappingers Falls. SCSEP counselors Cheryl George, Patsy Kimbrew, Sheila Rock, and Marlene Fredericks describe the program, which provides training in such skills as handling interviews and writing resumes. Retired seniors are placed in jobs that reflect their previous work life or that are based on training received in the program.
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PathStone for Seniors
Senior Community Service Employment Program
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