How can I get help finding a job?
There are a number of programs and agencies to assist older persons and adults with physical disabilities find jobs. Contact the agencies listed below for more information.
Department of Labor, Division of Employment and Training
- Wilmington (302) 761-8085
- Newark (302) 368-6622
- Dover (302) 739-5473
- Georgetown (302) 856-5230
Department of Labor, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
- Wilmington (302) 761-8300
- New Castle (302) 326-8930
- Newark (302) 368-6980
- Middletown (302) 378-5779
- Dover (302) 739-5478
- Georgetown (302) 856-5730
Senior Community Service Employment Program (subsidized, part-time work experience oportunities for low-income persons aged 55 and over):
- Wilmington/New Castle County: Wilmington Senior Center (302) 651-3440
- Kent County: Modern Maturity Center (302) 734-1200
- Sussex County: First State Community Action Agency (302) 856-7761
For more information about employment of persons with disabilities, contact:
- Americans with Disabilites Act Resource Center 1-800-949-4232
- U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Disability Employment Policy (http://www.dol.gov/odep/welcome.html)
- Nation Business & Disability Council (http://www.nbdc.com/)
