To help alleviate unemployment and economic distress resulting from business closings or cutbacks; and to facilitate the creation of new jobs to replace those lost.
Services Provided
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Job Placement, training and other services offered by the Dislocated Worker Program to assist in quickly returning to work.
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Economic development assistance to companies experiencing possible downsizing or closure.
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Community resources coordinated to assist laid-off workers.
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Meetings held with affected workers advising them of available programs and services.
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Pre-layoff assistance to lessen the impact of the layoff.
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Working with the Department of Economic Development and the community to attract new employers to the affected area.
Who can Participate
Businesses and their workers affected by a downsizing or layoff event.
Who to Contact
For more information contact the Division of Workforce Development at 1-800-877-8698.
