According to 2022 Census population estimates:
·38% of Maine’s population is age 55 and above
·23% of Maine’s population is age 65 and above

If you are looking to rejoin the workforce in some capacity, now is the time! There are currently two open jobs for every unemployed job seeker. Job seekers currently have a lot of options, and employers are being creative/flexible in their hiring, training, scheduling, etc.

Check out the Maine Department of Labor’s resource webpage for older adults: www.maine.gov/labor/olderadultresources/ , or reach out to your local CareerCenter where staff can help connect you with resources and hiring employers.