About the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
SCSEP helps low-income, unemployed job seekers age 55 or older learn skills to land a new job. The training helps enrollees develop self-confidence and become more financially independent. SCSEP also teaches resume writing, technology skills, interviewing techniques, and other skills that may help with their job search and placement.
SCSEP provides on-the-job training and promotes financial well-being. SCSEP is funded by the U.S. Department of Labor and administered by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Aging & Independence
Eligibility
To be eligible for the SCSEP program you must be:
- Age 55 or older
- Unemployed
- Meet income requirements
- Live in an approved Massachusetts county
Approved Massachusetts Counties
| Berkshire | Norfolk |
| Essex | Plymouth |
| Hampden | Suffolk |
| Middlesex | Worcester |
Income Limits - 2025
Income cannot be greater than 125% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) for family size. For example:
| Family Size | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,563 | $1,630 |
| 2 | $26,438 | $2,203 |
| 3 | $33,313 | $2,776 |
| 4 | $40,188 | $3,349 |
Participation in SCSEP will not affect SNAP and Federal Housing (including Senior Housing and Section 8 benefits).
How to Apply
To learn more about the programs and to start the enrollment process, please click the SCSEP Interest Form button below.
If you have Questions about SCSEP, please click the SCSEP Question Form button.
If you need to send documents to the SCSEP team, please click the SCSEP Document Upload Form button.
If you would like to email the SCSEP team, please email them at Information.Resouces@mass.gov.