January, 2025

Hello Robin,

Our 50th anniversary celebration fundraising campaign was a huge success. We exceeded our fundraising goals and secured 100 percent of our match contribution.

Your generosity not only honors our rich history but also empowers us to continue our vital mission for another successful year, ensuring that we can keep providing our services for free.

Together, we’re not just making a difference — we’re creating a strong network of trusted relationships between job seekers and local employers, improving the overall economic health of our community.

Thank you for your generosity and continued support.

Best regards,

Robin Clare, Executive Director

New Podcast

We are thrilled to unveil an exciting new partnership between the Seniors Job Bank and the West Hartford Senior Centers: our vibrant podcast, "Seniors Rule — Age Like a Warrior!"

This engaging series celebrates the remarkable experiences and wisdom of seniors, fostering a sense of community and connection among listeners.

With a sprinkle of humor and lightheartedness, we aim to make conversations about aging both approachable and enjoyable — proving that life after 50 can be filled with purpose and meaning.

We invite you to join us, share your thoughts, and suggest topics you’d love to hear discussed as we build a lively, inclusive community where every senior feels empowered to rule their golden years like the warriors they truly are!

Listen here

Honoring Jim Doran

State Senator, Derek Slap joins in celebrating Jim Doran

To celebrate our 50th anniversary milestone, we proudly honored Board Member Jim Doran, whose steadfast dedication and tireless efforts have played a pivotal role in the success of our mission. Jim's passion for helping others is a shining example of the spirit that drives our organization forward.

As we reflect on the many lives touched through our mission, we invite everyone—seniors, employers, and community members—to share their stories and experiences with us. Together, we can continue to create a vibrant community where everyone has the opportunity to thrive!

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Happy Employer!

We connected with Carol D. through the Seniors Job Bank to help us with front-of-house duties at our theater production. She was wonderful! Thank you! – Waas P., West Hartford Community Theater

Get to Know the SJB Board

Valerie Gordon,

Marketing Committee

I became aware of Seniors Job Bank through Leadership Greater Hartford and their Leaders on Board program.

As someone who has worked in the career space and has been passionate about helping clients develop a "second act" (or a third or fourth!) it seemed like a great fit. I admire the longevity of the program, how it models the opportunities it represents, and the vision of its leaders.

It’s great to see SJB serving a wide variety of clientele, from those 50+ hoping to stay in the workforce to older seniors interested in the social benefits of volunteer or part-time work.

We are all looking for ways to deliver value and to feel valued for doing so and SJB sets a great model for other organizations to follow.

Community Partner Feedback

We are grateful to you and your organization for your ability to think creatively and consciously when designing innovative and dynamic programming for seniors in today’s world. – Rebecca S., Director,

West Hartford Senior Centers