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Posted on 01/28/19 by Mary Mazur

Is 2019 the year to make a career change? Maybe you’re nearing retirement and ready to try something new. Perhaps you’re re-entering the workforce, lost your job or just want a fresh start.

One way that you could prepare for any type of job change is to enroll in classes at a community college. Ten percent of students at community colleges are over age 40, according to the American Association of Community Colleges. Seven percent already have a bachelor’s degree, and 63 percent work full time while enrolled.

It makes sense that older students would gravitate to community colleges. They’re more affordable than most four-year colleges, easier to get into, often closer to home, and they usually offer courses at night and on the weekend. Also, community colleges typically allow students to pick as little or as much as they need. You can sign up for a course or two to sharpen a particular skill. Or, you can pursue an associate degree in a new field.

Another source in the job hunt is AARP Foundation’s partnership with Back to Work 50+. Offered at more than 20 colleges and community centers across the country, Back to Work 50+ offers workshops, individual coaching, computer training and other support for older adults.

And their Women’s Economic Stability Initiative program helps unemployed and underemployed women aged 50 to 64 gain the confidence, skills and opportunities they need to find full-time employment, improve their financial capability and avoid poverty later in life.

More information is available by visiting Back to Work 50+ or calling toll free at 1-855-850-2525. You also can check out AARP’s resume review resources and seven strategies to find a job.

And if you want to work for yourself, you can find AARP resources to help start your own business too!

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        </div><p>Is 2019 the year to make a career change? Maybe you’re nearing retirement and ready to try something new. Perhaps you’re re-entering the workforce, lost your job or just want a fresh start. </p> <p>One way that you could prepare for any type of job change is to enroll in classes at a community college. Ten percent of students at community colleges are over age 40, according to the <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.achievingthedream.org/org/370/american-association-of-community-colleges" target="_blank">American Association of Community Colleges</a></span></span>. Seven percent already have a bachelor’s degree, and 63 percent work full time while enrolled. </p> <p>It makes sense that older students would gravitate to community colleges. They’re more affordable than most four-year colleges, easier to get into, often closer to home, and they usually offer courses at night and on the weekend. Also, community colleges typically allow students to pick as little or as much as they need. You can sign up for a course or two to sharpen a particular skill. Or, you can pursue an associate degree in a new field. </p> <p>Another source in the job hunt is AARP Foundation’s partnership with <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/our-work/income/back-to-work-50-plus/smart-strategies-for-50-plus-jobseekers/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">Back to Work 50+</a></span></span>. Offered at more than 20 colleges and <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/our-work/income/back-to-work-50-plus/smart-strategies-for-50-plus-jobseekers/info-2014/community-locations.html?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">community centers</a></span></span> across the country, Back to Work 50+ offers workshops, individual coaching, computer training and other support for older adults. </p> <p>And their Women’s Economic Stability Initiative program helps unemployed and underemployed women aged 50 to 64 gain the confidence, skills and opportunities they need to find full-time employment, improve their financial capability and avoid poverty later in life. </p> <p>More information is available by visiting <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/our-work/income/back-to-work-50-plus/about-us/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">Back to Work 50+</a></span></span> or calling toll free at 1-855-850-2525. You also can check out AARP’s <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/work/resume-advisor/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">resume review resources</a></span></span> and <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/work/job-search/info-2018/older-workers-job-search-fd.html?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">seven strategies to find a job</a></span></span>. </p><p>And if you want to work for yourself, you can find AARP resources to <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://workforyourself.aarpfoundation.org/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">help start your own business</a></span></span> too! <br></p></div>
    
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			<header><h1 class="article-headline">Community Colleges Help Job Skills</h1></header>	
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				Posted on 01/28/19 
				by <b>Mary Mazur</b>			</div>
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        </div><p>Is 2019 the year to make a career change? Maybe you’re nearing retirement and ready to try something new. Perhaps you’re re-entering the workforce, lost your job or just want a fresh start. </p> <p>One way that you could prepare for any type of job change is to enroll in classes at a community college. Ten percent of students at community colleges are over age 40, according to the <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.achievingthedream.org/org/370/american-association-of-community-colleges" target="_blank">American Association of Community Colleges</a></span></span>. Seven percent already have a bachelor’s degree, and 63 percent work full time while enrolled. </p> <p>It makes sense that older students would gravitate to community colleges. They’re more affordable than most four-year colleges, easier to get into, often closer to home, and they usually offer courses at night and on the weekend. Also, community colleges typically allow students to pick as little or as much as they need. You can sign up for a course or two to sharpen a particular skill. Or, you can pursue an associate degree in a new field. </p> <p>Another source in the job hunt is AARP Foundation’s partnership with <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/our-work/income/back-to-work-50-plus/smart-strategies-for-50-plus-jobseekers/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">Back to Work 50+</a></span></span>. Offered at more than 20 colleges and <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/our-work/income/back-to-work-50-plus/smart-strategies-for-50-plus-jobseekers/info-2014/community-locations.html?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">community centers</a></span></span> across the country, Back to Work 50+ offers workshops, individual coaching, computer training and other support for older adults. </p> <p>And their Women’s Economic Stability Initiative program helps unemployed and underemployed women aged 50 to 64 gain the confidence, skills and opportunities they need to find full-time employment, improve their financial capability and avoid poverty later in life. </p> <p>More information is available by visiting <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/our-work/income/back-to-work-50-plus/about-us/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">Back to Work 50+</a></span></span> or calling toll free at 1-855-850-2525. You also can check out AARP’s <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/work/resume-advisor/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">resume review resources</a></span></span> and <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/work/job-search/info-2018/older-workers-job-search-fd.html?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">seven strategies to find a job</a></span></span>. </p><p>And if you want to work for yourself, you can find AARP resources to <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://workforyourself.aarpfoundation.org/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">help start your own business</a></span></span> too! <br></p></div>
    
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        </div><p>Is 2019 the year to make a career change? Maybe you’re nearing retirement and ready to try something new. Perhaps you’re re-entering the workforce, lost your job or just want a fresh start. </p> <p>One way that you could prepare for any type of job change is to enroll in classes at a community college. Ten percent of students at community colleges are over age 40, according to the <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.achievingthedream.org/org/370/american-association-of-community-colleges" target="_blank">American Association of Community Colleges</a></span></span>. Seven percent already have a bachelor’s degree, and 63 percent work full time while enrolled. </p> <p>It makes sense that older students would gravitate to community colleges. They’re more affordable than most four-year colleges, easier to get into, often closer to home, and they usually offer courses at night and on the weekend. Also, community colleges typically allow students to pick as little or as much as they need. You can sign up for a course or two to sharpen a particular skill. Or, you can pursue an associate degree in a new field. </p> <p>Another source in the job hunt is AARP Foundation’s partnership with <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/our-work/income/back-to-work-50-plus/smart-strategies-for-50-plus-jobseekers/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">Back to Work 50+</a></span></span>. Offered at more than 20 colleges and <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/our-work/income/back-to-work-50-plus/smart-strategies-for-50-plus-jobseekers/info-2014/community-locations.html?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">community centers</a></span></span> across the country, Back to Work 50+ offers workshops, individual coaching, computer training and other support for older adults. </p> <p>And their Women’s Economic Stability Initiative program helps unemployed and underemployed women aged 50 to 64 gain the confidence, skills and opportunities they need to find full-time employment, improve their financial capability and avoid poverty later in life. </p> <p>More information is available by visiting <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/our-work/income/back-to-work-50-plus/about-us/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">Back to Work 50+</a></span></span> or calling toll free at 1-855-850-2525. You also can check out AARP’s <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/work/resume-advisor/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">resume review resources</a></span></span> and <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/work/job-search/info-2018/older-workers-job-search-fd.html?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">seven strategies to find a job</a></span></span>. </p><p>And if you want to work for yourself, you can find AARP resources to <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://workforyourself.aarpfoundation.org/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">help start your own business</a></span></span> too! <br></p></div>
    
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			<header><h1 class="article-headline">Community Colleges Help Job Skills</h1></header>	
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				Posted on 01/28/19 
				by <b>Mary Mazur</b>			</div>
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        </div><p>Is 2019 the year to make a career change? Maybe you’re nearing retirement and ready to try something new. Perhaps you’re re-entering the workforce, lost your job or just want a fresh start. </p> <p>One way that you could prepare for any type of job change is to enroll in classes at a community college. Ten percent of students at community colleges are over age 40, according to the <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.achievingthedream.org/org/370/american-association-of-community-colleges" target="_blank">American Association of Community Colleges</a></span></span>. Seven percent already have a bachelor’s degree, and 63 percent work full time while enrolled. </p> <p>It makes sense that older students would gravitate to community colleges. They’re more affordable than most four-year colleges, easier to get into, often closer to home, and they usually offer courses at night and on the weekend. Also, community colleges typically allow students to pick as little or as much as they need. You can sign up for a course or two to sharpen a particular skill. Or, you can pursue an associate degree in a new field. </p> <p>Another source in the job hunt is AARP Foundation’s partnership with <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/our-work/income/back-to-work-50-plus/smart-strategies-for-50-plus-jobseekers/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">Back to Work 50+</a></span></span>. Offered at more than 20 colleges and <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/our-work/income/back-to-work-50-plus/smart-strategies-for-50-plus-jobseekers/info-2014/community-locations.html?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">community centers</a></span></span> across the country, Back to Work 50+ offers workshops, individual coaching, computer training and other support for older adults. </p> <p>And their Women’s Economic Stability Initiative program helps unemployed and underemployed women aged 50 to 64 gain the confidence, skills and opportunities they need to find full-time employment, improve their financial capability and avoid poverty later in life. </p> <p>More information is available by visiting <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/our-work/income/back-to-work-50-plus/about-us/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">Back to Work 50+</a></span></span> or calling toll free at 1-855-850-2525. You also can check out AARP’s <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/work/resume-advisor/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">resume review resources</a></span></span> and <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/work/job-search/info-2018/older-workers-job-search-fd.html?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">seven strategies to find a job</a></span></span>. </p><p>And if you want to work for yourself, you can find AARP resources to <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://workforyourself.aarpfoundation.org/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">help start your own business</a></span></span> too! <br></p></div>
    
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        </div><p>Is 2019 the year to make a career change? Maybe you’re nearing retirement and ready to try something new. Perhaps you’re re-entering the workforce, lost your job or just want a fresh start. </p> <p>One way that you could prepare for any type of job change is to enroll in classes at a community college. Ten percent of students at community colleges are over age 40, according to the <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.achievingthedream.org/org/370/american-association-of-community-colleges" target="_blank">American Association of Community Colleges</a></span></span>. Seven percent already have a bachelor’s degree, and 63 percent work full time while enrolled. </p> <p>It makes sense that older students would gravitate to community colleges. They’re more affordable than most four-year colleges, easier to get into, often closer to home, and they usually offer courses at night and on the weekend. Also, community colleges typically allow students to pick as little or as much as they need. You can sign up for a course or two to sharpen a particular skill. Or, you can pursue an associate degree in a new field. </p> <p>Another source in the job hunt is AARP Foundation’s partnership with <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/our-work/income/back-to-work-50-plus/smart-strategies-for-50-plus-jobseekers/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">Back to Work 50+</a></span></span>. Offered at more than 20 colleges and <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/our-work/income/back-to-work-50-plus/smart-strategies-for-50-plus-jobseekers/info-2014/community-locations.html?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">community centers</a></span></span> across the country, Back to Work 50+ offers workshops, individual coaching, computer training and other support for older adults. </p> <p>And their Women’s Economic Stability Initiative program helps unemployed and underemployed women aged 50 to 64 gain the confidence, skills and opportunities they need to find full-time employment, improve their financial capability and avoid poverty later in life. </p> <p>More information is available by visiting <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/our-work/income/back-to-work-50-plus/about-us/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">Back to Work 50+</a></span></span> or calling toll free at 1-855-850-2525. You also can check out AARP’s <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/work/resume-advisor/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">resume review resources</a></span></span> and <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/work/job-search/info-2018/older-workers-job-search-fd.html?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">seven strategies to find a job</a></span></span>. </p><p>And if you want to work for yourself, you can find AARP resources to <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://workforyourself.aarpfoundation.org/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">help start your own business</a></span></span> too! <br></p></div>
    
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				Posted on 01/28/19 
				by <b>Mary Mazur</b>			</div>
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        </div><p>Is 2019 the year to make a career change? Maybe you’re nearing retirement and ready to try something new. Perhaps you’re re-entering the workforce, lost your job or just want a fresh start. </p> <p>One way that you could prepare for any type of job change is to enroll in classes at a community college. Ten percent of students at community colleges are over age 40, according to the <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.achievingthedream.org/org/370/american-association-of-community-colleges" target="_blank">American Association of Community Colleges</a></span></span>. Seven percent already have a bachelor’s degree, and 63 percent work full time while enrolled. </p> <p>It makes sense that older students would gravitate to community colleges. They’re more affordable than most four-year colleges, easier to get into, often closer to home, and they usually offer courses at night and on the weekend. Also, community colleges typically allow students to pick as little or as much as they need. You can sign up for a course or two to sharpen a particular skill. Or, you can pursue an associate degree in a new field. </p> <p>Another source in the job hunt is AARP Foundation’s partnership with <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/our-work/income/back-to-work-50-plus/smart-strategies-for-50-plus-jobseekers/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">Back to Work 50+</a></span></span>. Offered at more than 20 colleges and <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/our-work/income/back-to-work-50-plus/smart-strategies-for-50-plus-jobseekers/info-2014/community-locations.html?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">community centers</a></span></span> across the country, Back to Work 50+ offers workshops, individual coaching, computer training and other support for older adults. </p> <p>And their Women’s Economic Stability Initiative program helps unemployed and underemployed women aged 50 to 64 gain the confidence, skills and opportunities they need to find full-time employment, improve their financial capability and avoid poverty later in life. </p> <p>More information is available by visiting <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/our-work/income/back-to-work-50-plus/about-us/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">Back to Work 50+</a></span></span> or calling toll free at 1-855-850-2525. You also can check out AARP’s <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/work/resume-advisor/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">resume review resources</a></span></span> and <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/work/job-search/info-2018/older-workers-job-search-fd.html?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">seven strategies to find a job</a></span></span>. </p><p>And if you want to work for yourself, you can find AARP resources to <span class="Enhancement"><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://workforyourself.aarpfoundation.org/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-NWWORKCC-01282019" target="_blank">help start your own business</a></span></span> too! <br></p></div>
    
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		<li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/guest/aarp-events/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-OLE" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-EVENTS">Events</a> </li>
		<li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/guest/things-to-do/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-TTD" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-THINGSTODO">Things to Do</a></li>
		<li role="presentation" class="active"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/guest/happenings/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-NF" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-HAPPENINGS">News Feed</a> </li>
		<li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/guest/volunteering/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-VOL" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-VOLUNTEERING">Volunteering</a> </li>
		<li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/guest/home-and-community/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-HC" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-HC">Home & Community</a> </li>
		<li role="presentation" class="more " id="submenu-more">
			<span role="menuitem" class="menuitem" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-MORE">More<i class="fas fa-chevron-down"></i></span>
			<ul class="secondary-submenu animate slide-in" id="secondary-submenu">
<li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/guest/movies/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-MFG" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-MOVIESFORGROWNUPS">Movies for Grownups</a> </li>
				<li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/guest/discounts/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-LO" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-OFFERS">Local Offers</a></li>
				<li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/guest/local-resources/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-LR" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-LOCALRESOURCES">Local Resources</a> </li>
				<li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/guest/jobs/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-WJ" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-WORK&JOBS">Work & Jobs</a></li>
				<li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/guest/events/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-CC" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-EVENTS">Community Calendar</a></li>
				<!--
				<li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/guest/healthy-living/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-HEALTHY_LIVING" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-HEALTHY_LIVING">Healthy Living</a></li>
				<li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/guest/arts-entertainment/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-ARTS_ENT" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-ARTS_ENT">Arts & Entertainment</a></li>
				<li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/guest/museums/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-MUSEUMS" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-MUSEUMS">Museums</a></li>
				-->
			</ul>
		</li>
		
	</ul>
</div>
</nav>'
$header_custom = ''
$breadcrumbs = array(
	(int) 0 => array(
		'title' => 'News Feed',
		'slug' => 'happenings'
	)
)
$row = array(
	'title' => 'Back to News Feed',
	'slug' => 'happenings'
)
$i = (int) 0
include - APP/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp, line 244
include - APP/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp, line 244
View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971
View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933
View::renderLayout() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 546
View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 481
Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 963
AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136
BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81
ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ??
Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491
Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193
Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167
[main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118