So, you're on a budget, managing a bank account, and wondering about the next steps in your financial journey. We'll look at the differences between saving and investing, and if you are ready to invest, how to get started. Other topics will include protecting your assets (insurance) advanced budgeting, and understanding the role economics plays in our financial life. Join Steve Kautz, FAME's Financial Education Programs Specialist for this one-hour virtual workshop as you take the next steps into Adulting.

Here's a practical in-depth look at what assisted living truly entails and what to consider when exploring this option for yourself or a loved one. Gain valuable insights to help you recognize quality care, ask the right questions and make choices that align with your family's unique needs and values.

Topics focus on strategies individuals can use to care for the people and things they love most and how to leave leaving a lasting and meaningful legacy.

In this interactive workshop, we will explore building a budget that works for you. We will cover money tracking, goal setting, and how having a sense of your overall financial situation can assist you in creating and using a budget.

Join us – with College Savings Superstar Alfond Foundation member, Caroline Palmatier! Maine families have access to two valuable programs to assist with saving and paying for education after high school: the $500 Alfond Grant and Maine’s College Savings program. While these initiatives offer great benefits, understanding each of their features can sometimes be challenging. Whether you’re a parent, guardian, or student, this session will provide you with information to make the most of these valuable resources. Join us to improve your understanding and take steps towards a successful educational future! Presenter: kparsons@famemaine.com

Whether navigating recent changes, looking for a job, starting a business, or simply wanting to be more confident, join this class to assess your confidence and learn tools to help you build your self-assurance and keep it strong.

Learn how to reduce your debt, improve your credit, and maintain a good credit score. Create your own step-by-step plan to pay down your debt.

We discuss whether Social Security can provide the income people need in retirement and how to make the most of Social Security benefits. Also, make determinations on how much income will be needed in retirement and how to identify potnetial income sources and how to make savings last.