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Associates for Training and Development

Providing training and employment services to experienced workers. Offices in five states: VT, CT, ME, NY and PA. Want to donate?

https://a4td.org/locations for the office closest to you! Or call our Main Office at 1-800-439-3307 or email us at [email protected]. Office locations across five states:
VT, CT, ME, PA and NY State. See https://a4td.org/locations/ for the location closest to you! Headquarters at 3 Champlain Commons, Suite 2, Saint Albans, VT 05478-0107, 1-802-524-3200, [email protected]. You can support mature workers

by going to our website page: www.a4td.org and click on the word "donate" at the top of the page. A4TD administers Workforce Development Projects:
1) Senior Community Service and Development Program (SCSEP) for workers age 55+, unemployed and low income.

2) Vermont Returnship Program for workers of any age with a work history/experience looking to get back into the job market, or to change career paths.

09/02/2026

It was a great day to connect with our New Haven, CT neighbors! 💛

Our Career Navigator, Rachel Spells, recently joined the Stevens Street Community Block Party, where residents of all ages came together for school supply giveaways, free health screenings, food, clothing, and live music.

For our team at A4TD, helping older adults take their next steps toward employment starts with getting to know the people and communities we serve. Rachel’s work with the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) makes those local connections especially meaningful.

Thank you to Maxine Brown of Maxine’s Mercy Stand and Secretary of the Hill North Community Team for inviting us and helping create such a welcoming day!

Looking for support returning to work? Learn about A4TD and SCSEP at a4td.org.

08/31/2026

Building connections for older workers in Maine

Career Navigator Nina Fearon was out in the community on August 25, representing A4TD at the TriCounty CareerCenter’s August Job Fair.

Joined by A4TD CEO Alex Fizz, Nina had the opportunity to meet with local employers, including Compass Group and Volunteers of America, and talk about the employment and training needs of mature workers in the region.

Events like this give A4TD the chance to build the relationships that matter — connecting with employers, learning about local workforce needs, and helping create pathways to employment for the older adults we serve.

Thank you to Tri-County Career Center for bringing employers and job seekers together and giving organizations like A4TD the opportunity to be part of the conversation.

08/26/2026

Sometimes an unexpected opportunity makes a good day even better.

While representing A4TD at the Maine Hire-A-Vet Jobs Fair in Augusta, CMPA Bruce Keezer had the opportunity to meet Governor Janet Mills, who was there to help kick off Maine’s 2026 Hire-A-Vet Campaign.

For Bruce, the meeting had particular meaning. He has taken advantage of a number of training opportunities available to Maine residents, including becoming a Registered Maine Peer Recovery Coach and completing training in Intentional Peer Support and Mental Health First Aid.

Bruce was able to briefly share his experience with Governor Mills and acknowledge the value of Maine’s investment in opportunities that help people build new skills, strengthen communities, and prepare for meaningful work.

We are proud of Bruce for continuing to develop his own skills while building relationships that support A4TD’s work throughout Maine.

And sometimes you just have to take the opportunity when it presents itself—even when the Governor has just finished holding a baby!

08/25/2026

Tomorrow, A4TD will be at the PA CareerLink - Blair County Job Fair at the Jaffa Shrine in Altoona!

For older adults looking to return to the workforce, events like this can open the door to new opportunities, new connections, and a fresh start.

Through the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP), A4TD helps eligible adults age 55 and older build skills, gain hands-on experience, and prepare for a return to unsubsidized employment.

If you are attending tomorrow’s job fair, stop by and talk with our team. Whether you are looking for work, exploring your options, or simply wondering what your next step might be, we would be happy to tell you more about SCSEP and the support available.

📍 Jaffa Shrine, Altoona, PA
📅 Wednesday, August 26 starting at 10 am

We hope to see you there!

08/24/2026

A4TD was pleased to be represented at the Maine Hire-A-Vet Jobs Fair in Augusta by CMPA Bruce Keezer.

Events like this are about much more than finding the next job. They bring together employers, community organizations, workforce professionals, and resources that can help people take the next step.

Bruce has been building connections in this area through his work with Brad Bean at the Augusta CareerCenter on Veterans Re-Entry issues, participating in monthly re-entry meetings as well as weekly meetings of the Maine Re-Entry Network (MERN).

At the same time, Bruce has continued his own professional development, completing extensive training in recovery coaching, peer support, and Mental Health First Aid. A4TD/SCSEP has supported the time needed for him to pursue many of these opportunities.

We are proud to recognize Bruce for continuing to build his knowledge, strengthen community partnerships, and represent A4TD throughout Maine.

08/20/2026

Meet Debbie Jacques, one of our SCSEP participants in Maine.

Debbie is currently completing her community service assignment with Good Shepherd Food Bank, where she works in customer service and administrative support. She greets visitors, assists with data entry, and helps with the day-to-day administrative work that keeps things moving.

But perhaps Debbie says it best:

“I love it here, I’m learning so much, and they are so kind to me.”

That is what SCSEP is all about—giving older workers the opportunity to learn new skills, build confidence, and contribute to organizations doing important work in their communities.

We are delighted to see Debbie enjoying her assignment and making the most of the opportunity.

08/18/2026

Some partnerships stand the test of time because both organizations share a commitment to strengthening their communities.

A4TD is proud of our long-standing partnership with Good Shepherd Food Bank, an organization dedicated to improving food security and addressing hunger throughout the state.

Good Shepherd Food Bank is also a valued SCSEP host agency. Through opportunities like these, SCSEP participants can build and strengthen workplace skills while contributing their time and experience to an organization whose work makes a difference in communities across Maine.

The sign displayed at the Food Bank says it well: ending hunger requires strong community partnerships. We are pleased that A4TD and SCSEP can be part of that work.

Thank you to Good Shepherd Food Bank for your continued partnership and for the opportunities you provide to older Mainers.

08/14/2026

Re-entry is about more than returning to a community. It is also about rebuilding stability, reconnecting with others, and finding opportunities to move forward.

A4TD recently met with the Maine Prisoner Re-Entry Network (MERN) to explore how we might work together and how SCSEP could become part of the re-entry process for eligible Mainers age 55 and older.

For someone rebuilding their life, returning to work can be an important part of regaining independence and confidence. Through SCSEP, participants can gain current work experience, develop their skills through community service assignments, and work toward returning to unsubsidized employment.

Our discussions with MERN reflect something we strongly believe: people are better served when community organizations work together and connect them with the resources and opportunities they need.

We look forward to continuing the conversation on how our work with SCSEP may complement MERN’s efforts across Maine.

08/13/2026

Partnerships make a difference in the communities we serve.

A4TD is proud to recognize our partnership with SeniorsPlus in Lewiston, an organization that has spent decades helping older adults remain connected, informed, and independent.

Our organizations share an important commitment: helping older Mainers continue to lead active, fulfilling lives. While SeniorsPlus connects people with valuable community resources and support, A4TD's operation of the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) helps eligible older adults develop skills, rebuild confidence, and work toward returning to the workforce.

Our relationship with SeniorsPlus is especially meaningful because they also host A4TD's Lewiston office, giving us a presence within a community organization already trusted by the people we seek to serve.

We are grateful for partners like SeniorsPlus. By working alongside organizations that understand the needs of older Mainers, we can help connect more people with the resources, training, and opportunities they need.

Thank you, SeniorsPlus, for your partnership and your continued commitment to our community.

Visit their web site at: https://seniorsplus.org/

08/12/2026

Strong community partnerships help us better serve older Mainers.

A4TD is proud to work with the Eastern Area Agency on Aging and the Durgin Center as part of Maine’s aging network. The organization is also a current SCSEP host agency, providing an opportunity for one of our participants to gain valuable skills and experience while contributing to the community.

Our relationship continues to grow as we explore new ways to work together, connect older Mainers with resources and opportunities, and strengthen the network of organizations supporting people as they age.

We appreciate the Eastern Area Agency on Aging for their partnership and their continued commitment to older Mainers.

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Saint Albans, VT
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https://a4td.org/

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