2020 Brings Opportunities and Responsibilities

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Consider applying for an opportunity to work in a County Councilmember’s Office The Montgomery County Council is introducing a Senior Fellows program. It is a unique opportunity for retired residents of Montgomery County to bring their wealth of knowledge and diversity of experiences and perspectives from varied careers and/or volunteerism to the offices of the County Council. Senior Fellows will be part of a Councilmember team assisting with ongoing projects, policy analyses and community outreach. Participants are expected to work part-time throughout the year (Jan-Dec 2020) and will receive a monetary stipend.

The deadline to apply is January 3, 2020. More information, brochure and application can be found at this link:    
https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/COUNCIL/SpecialPrograms/SeniorFellows/index.html

Take Advantage of a Job Search Training Program for Job Seekers 50+
Are you over age 50 and frustrated by your job search?  JCA’s Career Gateway Program can help you hone your resume, polish your networking and interviewing skills, use Internet job search resources more effectively, and turn your age and experience to your advantage.  Each session of the Career Gateway features 30 hours of small-group classroom instruction over five days, comprehensive take-home materials, practical exercises, and a long-term mentor – all for only $75!  Sessions run from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm.  Optional employment-related tech training available, as well.

2020 Sessions: 
January 21, 22, 24, 27, 29                          
March 2, 4, 6, 9, 11                          
April 20, 22, 24, 27, 29                          
June 8, 10, 12, 15, 17  

For more information, call Jodie Rasch at 301-255-4215 or email her at Jodie.Rasch@AccessJCA.org.

Prepare Now for Upcoming Snow Events
Homeowners are responsible for clearing snow from sidewalks surrounding their property. Snow must be removed from the sidewalk within 24 hours of the snowfall stopping, to allow pedestrians and people using wheelchairs to use them. If you are unable to clear the snow personally, it makes sense to ask a neighbor ahead of time to help out or to make an arrangement with a snow removal contractor.

Happy Holidays to our faithful readers.  Wishing you all the best in 2020!

January Topics:  Amy Harbison interviews Secretary Rona Kramer, Maryland Department of Aging & Senator Benjamin Kramer; David Jones, US Census Bureau; and Silvia Balderas, Your Life Simplified.

Program airs at the following times: Sunday - (6:00 pm) | Mon - (10:00 am) | Tues - (1:00 am, 12:30 pm, 6:00 pm) | Thurs - (2:30 am, 6:00 pm) | Fri - (10:30 am) | Sat - (2:00 am)  

Where to Watch: Comcast and RCN channel 6; Verizon channel 30; or On-Demand at the County's website by clicking here.