Work & Retirement

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Brookdale Center for Healthy Aging produced a series of articles on work and aging  with CWI Labs, the innovation hub of the Center for Workforce Inclusion, a national organization that supports workforce development programs aimed at low-income older workers. The series elevates the national discussion on critical issues facing older workers and emphasizes the importance of creating a supportive and diverse workplace environment beyond the pandemic.

Women & Unpaid Labor
Caregiving responsibilities have a substantial impact on the workforce, highlighting the need for inclusive policies and workplace support.

Unleashing the Power of Older Adults
Senior centers as currently structured are missing an opportunity. They could be places where older adults use their knowledge, skills, and energy to support others.

Flexible Policies for a More Inclusive Workplace
Accommodating work arrangements to meet the needs of older workers while fostering inclusivity and well-being.

Equitable Recovery Series
Older workers can contribute to the nation’s economic recovery efforts if workplaces are willing to accommodate their needs. (Video interview of Ruth Finkelstein by Ramona Schindelheim)

Who Should Delay Returning to Work? 
Written during the COVID-19 pandemic, this article examines factors influencing return-to-work decisions.