The Department of Labor has announced a $2,019,861 grant to assist approximately 475 Missouri workers laid off from several companies in metropolitan St. Louis, including Continental AFA Dispensing Co., Macy's Inc., TRUE Fitness Technology and Western Union.

The grant, awarded to the Missouri Division of Workforce Development, will offer individuals the full array of dislocated worker services that may include skills assessment, individual career counseling, education and occupational skills training. For those with limited transferable skills, longer term training will be provided. In addition, workshops will be offered for individuals interested in entrepreneurial opportunities.

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