Many older workers struggle to get back on their feet after being laid off and have to settle for entry-level jobs. Some start their own businesses. If you are over 50 and looking for work for the first time in several years, you should know where to find help because the job search process has changed (CNNMoney.com). The problem is exacerbated by the growing number of older workers. According to money.com, only 11% of people over 65 were employed in 1987. According to the Pew Research Center, that number will rise to 19% by 2023. If you’re over 50 and looking for a job, be prepared to embrace new technologies, social networks, virtual career fairs, advice blogs, and more. Check out these resources:

• LinkedIn. More than a billion professionals currently use this site to network, get advice, and connect with recruiters.
• Indeed.com. Search for jobs near you, post your resume, and get tips and advice on how to stay focused, organized, and flexible.
• Retirementjobs.comDiscover the best jobs for people over 50.
• SCOREMore than 10,000 experienced volunteers help train and advise small business owners.
• AARP. Get career advice from experts and find the job search tools and professional resources every experienced worker needs to improve their skills and get hired.

One benefit of all this? More and more Americans are volunteering. Career counselors tout the benefits, such as building a resume, filling unemployed hours with meaningful work and making contacts in the community that can lead to full-time paid employment.