A Senior Entrepreneurship Workshop is a program designed to support older adults who are interested in starting their own businesses or pursuing entrepreneurial ventures. These workshops provide resources, guidance, and networking opportunities tailored specifically to the needs and interests of seniors who are considering entrepreneurship.

• Explore the concept of entrepreneurship among seniors.
• Encourage creative thinking and idea generation.
• Provide guidance on starting a small business.

• Invite a local business centre or employment centre to facilitate a workshop and discussion about entrepreneurship
• Facilitate a discussion on entrepreneurship and its possibilities.
• Encourage participants to brainstorm business ideas.
• Discuss basic business planning and execution steps.
• Provide resources for further exploration.

1 staff member plus external facilitator

Whiteboard or flip chart, business planning resources.

• Potential apprehension about starting a new venture.
• Emotional sensitivity related to past business experiences.

• Brainstormed business ideas and plans.
• Increased confidence in exploring entrepreneurial endeavors.