Upcoming Financial Workshops
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Presented by: Massachusetts Assistive Technology Loan Program, Easter Seals
Hosted by: Stavros Center for Independent Living
Time: 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Cost: Free
Location: STAVROS Center for Independent Living 262 Cottage Street, Springfield, MA
***ASL Interpreters will be provided***
For more information or to sign up, please contact Laurie Tougas or Emily Graves-Harrison by email or at (413)781-5555 voice/TTY or (413)304-2411 VP
October 13, 2011 from 5:30-7:30 pm: Workshop 1: "To your Credit" This workshop will offer participants a chance to learn more about credit and how it works. We will review the definition of credit; explain the proper use of credit cards and discuss what makes up a credit score. We will also talk about how credit affects ones' ability to get a job, a loan or rent an apartment. In addition, participants will be given important information about how to obtain a free credit report and learn about different types of loans and how to guard against predatory lending practices. |