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Jieren Zhan shares her journey from mainland China and moving to  the United States. She had to work in restaurants to afford tuition in  the States. After getting the bachelor’s degree, Jieren worked for an Energy Corporation for 28 years until her company was taken over by  another corporation. 

After Jieren was laid off, she found the Senior  Environmental Employment(SEE) Program through her friend. Jieren is  happy that while working for the EPA water department, she made many  connections and gained skills. She was able to help other people and  share knowledge through various certificates that she earned. 

As we celebrate 40 years of service to AAPI older adults, you can read more stories. You can also donate now to support more seniors like Jieren.