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Services For Dislocated Workers

Being laid off from a job can be one of the most traumatic events one will experience in life. However, the affected workers do not need to go through this transition alone. By working with the employer there are services and resources that can be brought on site, at your company, prior to the layoff date. These services and resources are part of a program called The Missouri Dislocated Worker Program. (http://rapidresponse.ded.mo.gov/) This program can assist with services and resources available to the affected workers with a goal of getting them back to work as soon as possible and by minimizing the disruptions that a layoff will cause. The Dislocated Worker Program is presented by the local Rapid Response coordinator and will provide information on obtaining unemployment insurance, information on health insurance options, access to skills upgrading and training resources, and much more. This program is extremely valuable and the earlier services are accessed, the better. It is important to attend a Rapid Response session when offered so that you are aware of the full array of benefits for which you may be eligible. Meeting times can be scheduled to accommodate the workers schedule and to minimize disruption in the workday. Roxie Montgomery, Rapid Response Coordinator can be reached at 816-325-5890 X254.

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