Illinois Extension FCS professionals help area residents to live well
Health is a lot more than how one looks and feels. Conversations about health should include all eight dimensions or areas of wellness—that is mental...
Hey, what's for dinner?: New Family Financial Feuds podcast episode!
According to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (2019), food costs represent about 13% of the average household’s annual expenditures....
News Releases
Take proactive steps to improve overall economic well-being
URBANA, Ill. – In these times, many people feel overwhelmed by financial worries and feel uncomfortable talking about it. Whatever the circumstances, there are ways to get through these tough economic times, relieve stress and anxiety and regain control of finances.
Gain the financial...
Money Mentors volunteers help people manage personal finances in this topsy-turvy world
For Release: May 7, 2021
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- This past year, everything has been topsy-turvy! “Staying on top of your personal finances and wellness has been incredibly difficult for many people. In fact, you may have missed one or two of these announcements about...
Money Mentors Volunteer Program
URBANA, Ill. Financial challenges are real for most people in our community. Last year, University of Illinois Extension’s volunteer Money Mentors helped over 100 community members with their financial goals. This year more people are likely to seek help. You can help others by becoming a Money...