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| 2056 - Financial Education - General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2056.1) | 20 |
Number of individuals who gained knowledge related to financial management |
| 2056.2) | 20 |
Number of individuals who made a sound financial decision (regarding credit, budgeting, savings, and/or debt) |
| 2056.3) | 15 |
Number of those who have successfully completed financial management and/or career readiness programs that will help set future goals |
| 2056.5) | 15 |
Number of individuals who implemented at least one strategy to reduce expenses or manage money |
| 2056.4) | 25 |
Number of individuals who implemented strategies to avoid breaches in personal or financial security |
| 2056.6) | 30 |
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) | 24 |
Number of individuals who took action toward implementing at least one estate planning strategy in regard to the subject matter presented |
| 2056.8) | 500 |
Dollars reported saved as a result of participating in a financial education program |
| 2056.9) | 26 |
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: Amanda Hardy
Major Program: Financial Education - General
Americans spent more than $1 trillion dollars during the holidays in 2018. That number rose another 4.5% in 2019. While holiday spending at an all-time high pre-pandemic, many families across Kentucky may have less to spend during the 2020 holiday season. COVID-19 financial challenges might cause people to adjust their holiday budgets. When tighter budgets are coupled with pandemic-related supply shortages, it is important to learn smarter ways to stretch consumer dollars and resources. To raise
