Are you a senior looking to boost your skills, gain valuable work experience, and earn extra income?
Bridge The Digital Divide (BridgeLA) is thrilled to share information about the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) offered by the National Asian Pacific Center on Aging (NAPCA). This fantastic program provides paid training and work experience for eligible seniors aged 55 and older in Los Angeles.
Here’s what you need to know about SCSEP:
- Earn while you learn: Receive a stipend of $17 per hour for up to 29 hours per week while participating in training and work placements.
- Skill-building opportunities: Gain valuable skills in various fields, including finance and management, through hands-on experience and training programs.
- SSI-friendly: The program is designed to work with your existing SSI benefits without causing any disruptions.
- Flexible options: Choose from a variety of work placements or enroll in educational programs like computer classes at Bridge LA and the Ahmanson Senior Center.
- Long-term support: Benefit from a 4-year program with federal funding, providing stability and ongoing opportunities.
Who is eligible?
To qualify for SCSEP, you must:
- Be 55 years of age or older.
- Be low-income (proof of SSI statements, General Relief (GR), Social Security (SS), ID, and DPSS type benefits document required).
Ready to take the next step?
Contact Tim, Case Manager at NAPCA, to learn more and enroll in the program:
- Phone: (213) 271-2271
- Address: 711 W. College Street, Suite 590, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Don’t miss out on this incredible chance to enhance your skills, increase your income, and connect with your community!
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Here are some additional details about the program:
- The SCSEP is a federally funded program that is administered by the California Department of Aging.
- The program is designed to help low-income seniors find and keep jobs.
- Participants in the program receive training in job skills, as well as help with job placement.
- For more information about the SCSEP, please visit the California Department of Aging website: https://aging.ca.gov/Programs_and_Services/Senior_Employment_and_Training/
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