Work for Yourself@50+

Work for Yourself Toolkit

Ready to Work for Yourself?

The Work for Yourself@50+ toolkit will help you decide in 5 simple steps if starting your own business is right for you and point you to additional resources.

The toolkit is part of a program designed by AARP Foundation especially for people over 50 who live on a limited or low income.

You’ll become one of the 57,000 aspiring entrepreneurs who have taken this first step to being their own boss. Start your self-employment journey today!

Complete this form to get your copy. Answering these questions will help us better serve you.


What Participants Say

“In keeping doors open, I continue to learn and grow – about the job market and about myself. This program is truly wonderful and very unique. I understand it's the only one of its kind in the country for self-employment and women 50+.”

Program Participant in Bay Area, CA

“It was helpful to hear stories of people my own age. My view of self-employment has been enhanced.”

Program Participant in Harlem, NY

“I’m entrepreneurial and I’ve always been that way. I did not know where to look for something like Work for Yourself@50+ and now I’m starting my own business!”

Program Participant in Hartford, CT

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