Report of the Taskforce on the Aging of the American Workforce

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Article Publication Date: 
2/26/2008
Summary: 
Created in 2006 and comprised of representatives from nine federal agencies, the taskforce was charged with developing multi-agency strategies to address the aging of the workforce. This report summarizes the Taskforce’s findings and recommendations including self-employment, flexible work arrangements and customized employment. Notably they suggest exploring the increasing the employment focus of Aging and Disability Resource Centers and enhancing collaboration with One-Stop Career Centers.
Topics: 
Employment Programs; Resource Center
Types/Tools: 
Data; Reports
Populations: 
Aging/Older Adults; Direct Care Workforce
Sources: 
U.S. Department of Labor
Programs/Initiatives: 
Aging and Disability Resource Center
States: 
All States/Territories
Keywords: 
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Job Market for Older Workers; Access to Training; Job Search Skills; Age Discrimination; Workplace Flexibility and Customized Employment; Self-Employment; Financial Literacy; Employer Barriers; Retirement; Flexible Work Arrangements; Customized Employment

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U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration
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877-872-5627

Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/51513