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Webinar series to focus on boosting financial wellness

In January, Penn State Extension will offer a free webinar series aimed at helping participants boost their financial wellness by tidying financial clutter, making smart food choices, and having effective financial conversations with others. Credit: Karolina Grabowska via PexelsAll Rights Reserved.

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Penn State Extension will offer a free webinar series aimed at helping participants boost their financial wellness by tidying financial clutter, making smart food choices, and having effective financial conversations with others.

The “Boosting Financial Wellness Series” will take place from noon to 1 p.m. on three consecutive Thursdays in early 2024 — Jan. 18, Jan. 25 and Feb. 1. This three-part series is designed for the public, human services providers, and anyone who wants to learn more about boosting financial wellness.  

“Financial Clutter,” noon to 1 p.m. Jan. 18

In this webinar, extension educators will discuss financial clutter, which involves having items such as miscellaneous receipts or unnecessary credit cards, and the impact on financial health. The webinar will teach participants how to identify financial clutter, simplify recordkeeping, and reduce financial stress by using tools such as budgeting and tax forms.

“Money and Nutrition,” noon to 1 p.m. Jan. 25

This session will explore the similarities between money management and nutrition and offer suggestions for shopping for healthy food while saving money.

“Money and Relationships,” noon to 1 p.m. Feb. 1

This webinar is designed to help participants assess their relationship with finances and engage in productive discussions about money.

Penn State Extension offers this series free of charge, but participants must register by 11:59 p.m. the day before each event to receive the link to access the webinar. Each webinar requires separate registration. Registrants also will receive access to the webinar recording.

More information is available on the Penn State Extension website.

Last Updated December 12, 2023

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