Dislocated Workers

1. Overview of the U.S. Department of Labor Program. Learn the definition of a Displaced Worker, and read about the employment and training programs.
2. Dislocated Worker Services .  The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development sets forth what services may be avaliable to help get you back to work.
3. Surviving a Layoff.  This is a survival guide for laid off workers and their families. Reading this won't get you a new job, but it can make the transition to a new job easier.
4. Family Finances.  A helpful write-up that includes a pre-printed budget management form.
5. Adjusting to Unemployment. Being layed off is stressful.  Learn a little bit about it and how you can help yourself.
6. Stimulus Package offers financial assistance toward continuing health coverage.   Read about assistance in your COBRA fees.  Click here for a quick overview.

Review these as well at the information titled "Financial Assistance to Continue your Education" in the Training and Education section of this web site, which discusses the Educational Funding available through the Workforce Investment Act.