Take Charge of Your Finances

Worrying about money can affect your mental health and physical well-being, but your Benefit Fund’s convenient video series, “Take Charge of Your Finances,” can help you take control of your finances. Designed for 1199SEIU Home Care Benefit Fund members, this program offers concrete information and strategies, with access to supplemental materials, presentations and worksheets. Access the full curriculum below—and start getting a handle on your finances.

It’s All in Your Mind: Understanding Your Money Mindset

This video teaches basic financial literacy. You will learn about common financial terms and the purpose of money. This class explores how having a healthy mindset surrounding money can help improve your financial standing.

Class length: 20 minutes

Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at 6:30 pm

Saving Strategies: Getting a Handle on Spending

In this video, you'll learn about budgeting, saving and avoiding financial pitfalls. This class also teaches you about the dangers of excessive spending and offers real-world strategies you can use to protect your financial health and emotional well-being.

The Importance of Credit: How to Use It, Not Abuse It

This video builds on the themes in the previous sessions to help you understand credit, learn how credit scores are calculated and find out how you can obtain a copy of your credit report. This class also teaches you about the advantages and disadvantages of credit.

Class length: 20 minutes

Wednesday, July 27, 2022 at 6:30 pm

It’s Not Over: Recovering from Financial Hardship

Many people experience financial hardships—you are not alone. With this video, you will learn how to recover from financial setbacks, negotiate with creditors, understand short-term loans and more.

Class length: 20 minutes

Wednesday, July 27, 2022 at 7:10 pm

Working Toward Retirement: Building Your Nest Egg

Covering money management and long-term goals, this video will help you determine how much income you will need in retirement, how to calculate your Social Security benefits and the best time to start collecting benefits.

Class length: 20 minutes

Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at 6:30 pm


Testimonials

“I called my credit card company and was able to get my interest rate lowered from 16.49 percent to 13.49 percent. Thank you so much for your time and all the wisdom you provided. I truly appreciate it.”

Neyra, RN

“Ryan, I took your advice: I called my credit card company and they lowered my interest rate from 21.99 percent to 16.99 percent. It's a one-year plan, but it's still something to me. Thank you for continuing to help people like me.”

Amelie, HHA

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