Blog posts by VANTAGE.
You may have heard that professional certifications can help accelerate your career goals. But, have you ever wondered whether industry certifications are worth earning? We think so. Professional certifications can boost your marketability to employers, increase your skills, and widen your options when re-entering the
Ageism in the workplace is still an issue that many adults age 50 and older face, despite the overwhelming evidence that disproves negative stereotypes about older workers. Every day, we see of the value that experienced adults bring to our economy and communities. Finding the
Could you use a little extra help buying groceries each month? SNAP is a great way to make sure you get the fresh and nutritious foods you and your loved ones need to stay healthy at home. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, is
Written by Gizelle Jones LISW-S. This is the second part of a four-part series. Read Part 1 of the Road to Wellness Read Part 3 of the Road to Wellness Read Part 4 of the Road to Wellness Funny how fate tends to put you
If you live in Stark, Summit, or surrounding areas, you are not going to want to miss Meals on Wheels’ food festival this Thursday. Put Hunger in Park includes 11 different food and beer trucks, tons of great raffle baskets, and activities for kids. This
Finding jobs can be tough for older adults especially if they need to update skills or have lost touch with job-search connections. But many older adults have found success through the Senior Community Services Employment Program (SCSEP) offered by the Akron-based agency, VANTAGE Aging. VANTAGE
Getting back into the workforce doesn’t just require job skills. You also need to show employers confidence. Hiring managers want to know that you can keep your composure in tough situations and get the job done proficiently. When you are confident, employers gain confidence in
Written by Gizelle Jones LISW-S. This is the first part of a four-part series. Read Part 2 of the Road to Wellness Read Part 3 of the Road to Wellness Read Part 4 of the Road to Wellness When the big ball drops in time
When our communities have problems that need solving, volunteers are the backbone of effecting change on the ground level. They face our biggest challenges head on and ask for nothing in return. Often, the simple gratification of helping others is enough. The volunteer’s work many
Changing careers can be both exciting and scary. Although younger workers may change careers without hesitation, workers 50 and older may feel like they have to stay in their fields until they retire. The misconception that it is too late to make a career change
