Silver Corps

Work | NYC Department for the Aging (NYC Aging)

Older AdultsNULL

Silver Corps is an AmeriCorps-funded program operated through NYC Aging. It provides older adults with volunteer assignments at a partner organization. Participants are connected to training and/or credentialing to secure employment.

Heads Up

  • Community service assignment - Commit to volunteering at least 15 hours a week in a nonprofit or government agency to gain valuable experience, network with professionals, and contribute to your local community.
  • Foundational workshops - Get job readiness training, enhanced financial literacy, and digital skills to prepare for success in today's workforce.
  • Training and/or credentialing program: Enroll in training and credentialing classes based on your career goals and skills.
  • Finding work - Get job coaching and support to secure employment.
  • Job retention: Post-employment support services are provided to ensure successful job retention.
  • Requires proof of identity, income, where you live, and eligibility to work.

    • Eligibility

    You're eligible for Silver Corps if you:

  • are at least 55 years of age
  • are an NYC resident
  • are currently unemployed or underemployed
  • commit to volunteering a minimum of 15 hours per week in a nonprofit or government agency
  • are willing to participate in skills training and specialized training and/or credentialing programs
  • have income at or below these levels to qualify for a volunteer stipend and travel reimbursement:
  • Household size| Your income
  • 1| $60,240
  • 2| $81,760
  • 3| $103,280
  • 4| $124,800
  • 5| $146,320
  • 6| $167,840
  • 7| $189,360
  • 8| $210,880
  • For each additional person:| Add $6,425

  • Required Documents

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    How to Apply

  • Attend a virtual information session by completing the Silver Corps Interest Form (https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=x2_1MoFfIk6pWxXaZlE778czBH3UXvNHjDwrjT8F9MJUOFc4ME9ESUwxOEpaVUtWOVQyU1BFTDgwUy4u) .
  • Email questions to [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
  • Call 212-Aging-NY at 212-244-6469

    Online

    Attend a virtual information session by completing the Silver Corps Interest Form (https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=x2_1MoFfIk6pWxXaZlE778czBH3UXvNHjDwrjT8F9MJUOFc4ME9ESUwxOEpaVUtWOVQyU1BFTDgwUy4u) . Email questions to [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

    By Mail

    Get Help

  • Email questions to [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
  • Call 212-Aging-NY at 212-244-6469

    • Silver Corps

    Work | NYC Department for the Aging (NYC Aging)

    Older AdultsNULL

    Silver Corps is an AmeriCorps-funded program operated through NYC Aging. It provides older adults with volunteer assignments at a partner organization. Participants are connected to training and/or credentialing to secure employment.

    Heads Up

  • Community service assignment - Commit to volunteering at least 15 hours a week in a nonprofit or government agency to gain valuable experience, network with professionals, and contribute to your local community.
  • Foundational workshops - Get job readiness training, enhanced financial literacy, and digital skills to prepare for success in today's workforce.
  • Training and/or credentialing program: Enroll in training and credentialing classes based on your career goals and skills.
  • Finding work - Get job coaching and support to secure employment.
  • Job retention: Post-employment support services are provided to ensure successful job retention.
  • Requires proof of identity, income, where you live, and eligibility to work.

    • Eligibility

    You're eligible for Silver Corps if you:

  • are at least 55 years of age
  • are an NYC resident
  • are currently unemployed or underemployed
  • commit to volunteering a minimum of 15 hours per week in a nonprofit or government agency
  • are willing to participate in skills training and specialized training and/or credentialing programs
  • have income at or below these levels to qualify for a volunteer stipend and travel reimbursement:
  • Household size| Your income
  • 1| $60,240
  • 2| $81,760
  • 3| $103,280
  • 4| $124,800
  • 5| $146,320
  • 6| $167,840
  • 7| $189,360
  • 8| $210,880
  • For each additional person:| Add $6,425

  • Required Documents

    NULL

    How to Apply

  • Attend a virtual information session by completing the Silver Corps Interest Form (https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=x2_1MoFfIk6pWxXaZlE778czBH3UXvNHjDwrjT8F9MJUOFc4ME9ESUwxOEpaVUtWOVQyU1BFTDgwUy4u) .
  • Email questions to [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
  • Call 212-Aging-NY at 212-244-6469

    Online

    Attend a virtual information session by completing the Silver Corps Interest Form (https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=x2_1MoFfIk6pWxXaZlE778czBH3UXvNHjDwrjT8F9MJUOFc4ME9ESUwxOEpaVUtWOVQyU1BFTDgwUy4u) . Email questions to [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

    By Mail

    Get Help

  • Email questions to [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
  • Call 212-Aging-NY at 212-244-6469

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