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Financial How-To’s for People with Disabilities: Monthly Classes

Financial How-To’s for People with Disabilities: Monthly Classes

 

Bring your questions! Monthly classes are led by a Certified Benefits Planner and Accredited Financial Counselor® and provide financial education designed to meet the unique needs of people with disabilities. Get tips and strategies on a variety of financial topics and leave with a clear idea of the next steps to take to help you reach your goals.

ASL interpretation is available for these classes upon request. Spoken language interpretation is not available for these classes. If you need spoken language interpretation, please schedule a free one-on-one session and request interpretation services.

How to Make a Budget & Save

Classes are generally held on the first Tuesday of each month

Learn the basics of budgeting and saving, including strategies to save without impacting asset restricted benefits. Leave knowing how to make a budget, what to do when you have limited resources, and with tips to overcome common spending pitfalls.

How to Build Credit & Manage Debt

Classes are generally held on the second Tuesday of each month

Learn what credit is and how to build it and learn strategies to help you manage your debt. Leave knowing how to check your credit, how to raise your credit score, and with tips for managing your current debt and planning for new debt.

How to Apply for SSI/SSDI Benefits for Adults

Classes are generally held on the third Tuesday of each month

Learn about the difference between SSI and SSDI and get a clear overview of how to apply for these benefits. Leave with tips and strategies to help you throughout the application process.