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Review for Umbrella of the Capital District, Inc., Schenectady, NY, USA
In 2009, Civic Ventures awarded Umbrella of the Capital District an Encore Opportunity Award for providing meaningful, paid work to people 50+. Out of over 100 applicants, Umbrella was one of eight winners. What's innovative about Umbrella's model is that it matches older adult clients with their peers - fellow older adults pursuing their encore careers - with the end goal of keeping clients living independently in their homes, longer. Umbrella is a terrific organization with a sustainable model.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
talking with the co-director, Elaine Santore. Her passion for Umbrella and the work that is does is tangible.
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
increase its geographical reach.
Role: Professional with expertise in this field & Investigated Umbrella's model during an awards program.
