Federal program helps seniors re-enter workforce without risking benefits

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A federally funded employment program is giving seniors in Georgia and South Carolina a second chance at meaningful work—without putting their Social Security or retirement benefits at risk.

The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP), operated in partnership with Legacy Link in Georgia, is currently active in 117 Georgia counties, including most Georgia counties in the CSRA besides Wilkes county. The program is also available in most South Carolina counties.

It’s designed for limited-income individuals aged 55 and older who want to re-enter the workforce.

Participants in the program receive:

Paid job training (earning minimum wage, $7.25/hour)
Assignments with local nonprofits or government agencies
An average of 20 hours of work per week
One-on-one from a personal job coach

GEORGIA COUNTIES THAT ARE SERVED:

“The goal of SCSEP is to provide gainful employment for mature workers while boosting self-confidence and keeping people physically and mentally active,” according to the program brochure.

Legacy Link isters SCSEP in Georgia and helps seniors refresh job skills, build new ones, and gain work experience in a ive, structured environment.

Interested individuals or caregivers in Georgia can call 770-538-2650 or 800-845-5465 to learn more and start the intake process.

Interested individuals or caregivers in South Carolina can called 803-734-9903 to learn more and start the intake process.

For many seniors across the United States, SCSEP provides more than just a paycheck—it’s a path to renewed purpose and community connection.