Extension
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| 2056 - Financial Education - General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2056.1) | 63 |
Number of individuals who gained knowledge related to financial management |
| 2056.2) | 63 |
Number of individuals who made a sound financial decision (regarding credit, budgeting, savings, and/or debt) |
| 2056.3) | 63 |
Number of those who have successfully completed financial management and/or career readiness programs that will help set future goals |
| 2056.5) | 63 |
Number of individuals who implemented at least one strategy to reduce expenses or manage money |
| 2056.4) | 0 |
Number of individuals who implemented strategies to avoid breaches in personal or financial security |
| 2056.6) | 0 |
Number of individuals who reported increased levels of understanding in the area: identifying estate planning strategies for the family, farming operation, or business |
| 2056.7) | 0 |
Number of individuals who took action toward implementing at least one estate planning strategy in regard to the subject matter presented |
| 2056.8) | 0 |
Dollars reported saved as a result of participating in a financial education program |
| 2056.9) | 0 |
Number of participants who attended age-related housing, financial, and estate planning programs not identified as a “major program.” Major age-related programs include: Keys to Embracing Again, 10 Warning Signs, and AARP Prepare to Care |
Author: Rebecca Miller
Major Program: Financial Education - General
Financial education programs often highlight financial literacy skills such as budgeting and managing credit card debt; however, these skills do not tap into the emotional and practical issues that cause people to react irrationally with money. Financial decisions are most often motivated by emotional need as opposed to logical knowledge. To address this concern, the Bell County Cooperative Extension Service utilized the Money Habitudes program to emphasize the importance of
