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Chris Peterson
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Wednesday Workshop: Money Mindset: Overcoming Financial Stress and Building Confidence
Money can be a major source of stress, but it doesn’t have to be. This workshop focuses on the psychology of money, helping you build a positive and proactive mindset toward your finances. Learn how to identify and overcome common barriers, stay motivated, and build confidence in your ability to manage your money. This session…
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Why the Latest Executive Orders Threaten Blind Americans—And How We Can Fight Back
Recent executive orders are putting accessibility programs and workplace protections for blind and disabled Americans at risk. Learn why this matters, what’s at stake, and how you can take action to protect our rights and financial independence.
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Social Security Matters: Learn How to Protect Your Identity During Identity Theft Awareness Week
Has someone misused your Social Security number or other personal information to open new credit cards or utility accounts? Steal your tax refund? File fake health insurance claims? Pretend to be you when stopped by law enforcement? These are all examples of identity theft.
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Wednesday Workshop: Saving Strategies: Building an Emergency Fund and MoreWednesday Workshop: Understanding Credit Reports and Scores
Saving money can feel like a challenge, especially when funds are tight, but even small changes can lead to big results. This workshop offers actionable strategies for building and maintaining an emergency fund, even on a limited budget. We’ll discuss tools like high-yield savings accounts, automatic transfers, and creative ways to cut expenses. You’ll leave…
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Coming Soon: Important Changes to Guest Membership Benefits
Shares some updates to our guest membership benefits, explains why these changes are necessary, and highlights how we’re supporting our members through this transition.
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National Federation of the Blind: Time-Sensitive Legislative Alert Regarding Subminimum Wages for People with Disabilities
The following email was sent to us by Justin T. Young at the National Federation of the Blind. On December 4, 2024, the US Department of Labor released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) regarding the phaseout of Section 14(c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act. The National Federation of the Blind fully supports this…
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Wednesday Workshop: Understanding Credit Reports and Scores
Your credit score plays a critical role in your financial health, but understanding how it works can feel overwhelming. This workshop demystifies credit reports and scores, explaining what they are, why they matter, and how to access them in accessible formats.
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Research Opportunity: Help Assess the value of the Monarch as a tool for employment.
The American Printing House for the Blind received a grant to assess the value of the Monarch as a tool to support adults to prepare for or advance in employment.
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CFPB: Mortgage Lenders Must Comply with the Law, Not Invent Loopholes
Consumers are entitled to critical legal protections regardless of how products are labeled.