Senior Community Service Employment Program - Illinois Department Of Aging - Chicago Office
The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP), also known as the Title V Program, is a federally funded program designed to assist adults age 55 and older in entering or reentering the job market. The program is administered by the Illinois Department on Aging through the Area Agencies on Aging, which are responsible for implementation at the local level.SCSEP places enrollees - usually 20 hours a week at minimum wage - in community service or not-for-profit agencies where they can remain productive and independent by contributing their talent and services to their communities while earning a modest income.
Date of Last Formal Update
02/03/2025
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211 Metro Chicago
Physical Address
555 West Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60661
Hours
Mon 8:30am - 5:00pm; Tue 8:30am - 5:00pm; Wed 8:30am - 5:00pm; Thu 8:30am - 5:00pm; Fri 8:30am - 5:00pm;
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Application process
Contact your local Area Agency on Aging or the Senior HelpLine at 1-800-252-8966 (1-888-206-1327 TTY) for more information.
Eligibility
Adults age 55 and older; has a limited income (a figure set by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services at not more than 125% of the poverty level); is capable of performing the tasks involved in the proposed community service assignment.
Languages
Spanish
English
Service area
IL
Agency info
Illinois Department On Aging
The MISSION of the Illinois Department on Aging is to serve and advocate for older Illinoisans and their caregivers by administering quality and culturally appropriate programs that promote partnerships and encourage independence, dignity, and quality of life.