WHAT?

Finding Work at 50 Plus

Have you recently been laid off or still looking for work? Are you thinking about changing careers? What are the secrets to finding a great job in a down economy? Join AARP Oregon and Life By Design NW for a free workshop geared to older job seekers.

Intended Audience: General Public

Reservation Required: Yes

Cost: Free

Contact: AARP Oregon

Phone: (503)513-7351

Additional Information: Attendees will learn how to spiff up the resume, identify and incorporate key words in materials that job recruiters search for in finding the best applicant, boost your job interviewing skills, and get tips on self and health care in stressful times. You'll receive a job search packet from the state of Oregon, plus job hunting tips and resources from AARP and other partners.Thursday, Dec. 17Noon to 12:30 p.m. -- Registration, Networking, Coffee12:30 to 4 p.m. -- workshopRSVP: Space is limited, and first come, first served. Register at http://findingworkat50plus12-17-09.eventbrite.com/.AARP has also developed a wide variety of online job search information and resources. If you are actively looking for a job and are 50+, visit www.aarp.org/money/work or www.retirementjobs.com for job postings, career advice, recareering stories, and much more. You can also find out more about what's happening at AARP Oregon, including tips for surviving in today's economy, at www.aarp.org/or or at our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/AARPOregon.You can find Life By Design online at www.lifebydesignnw.org.If you can't attend, but would still like the materials, please e-mail us at oraarp@aarp.org.

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WHEN?

Date: December 17, 2009

Time: 12:00PM - 04:00PM

WHERE?

Multnomah County's Midland Library805 SE 122nd Ave.,Portland,OregonMultnomah County