Watercooler » Job, career sites for workers over 50
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Changing jobs and changing careers are expected to become increasingly commonplace, reflecting both increased turnover in the workplace and the aging of baby boomers. Here are some online resources for older workers seeking either new jobs or new careers:

AARP's portal Real Relief » Information about jobs, training, a work page (http://www.aarp.org/money/work) that links to tips and a job search engine (http://jobs.aarp.org).

Encore.org » Resources and connections for people establishing "encore careers" designed to combine social contribution, personal meaning and financial security.

RetiredBrains.com » Resource for those looking to find jobs, volunteer opportunities, educational resources and retirement information.

RetireeWorkforce.com » Focuses on 50-and-older job candidates.

RetirementJobs.com » Listings from companies seeking candidates older than 50.

Retirement Jobs Online (www.retirement-jobs-online.com) » Advice about online retirement jobs, helping retirees evaluate the ways to use the Internet to find work.

Senior Helpers (www.seniorhelpers.com) » Hires older workers to provide in-home personal and companion care for seniors. The organization has an office in Salt Lake City.

Senior Job Bank (www.seniorjobbank.org) » Job-seekers age 50 and up can search for jobs by category, industry or location, post resumes and register for a job-search agent.

Source: The Associated Press

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