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Family Support & Well-being

Partnering with Families to Build Economic Security During Emergencies

Families' financial, education, employment, and career needs and goals may change during emergencies and natural disasters. In these tip sheets, program staff can learn how to partner with families to access important information, benefits, and tools that can strengthen families' economic security during crises. Learn how to partner with families to access federal assistance, open a bank account, apply for unemployment insurance benefits, pursue their education and training goals, and more.

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Partnering with Families to Open a Bank or Credit Union Account

Find out how to partner with families to explore bank and credit union accounts, find accounts with low or no fees, and take steps to open an account.
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Partnering with Families to Pursue Education and Training Goals

Families' education and training goals may change during emergencies. Learn how to partner with families to identify their immediate and long-term goals and access key resources.
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Partnering with Families to Pursue Employment and Career Goals

Families' employment and career goals may change during emergencies. Learn how to partner with families to identify their immediate and long-term goals and access key resources.
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Partnering with Families to Access Unemployment Benefits

Families may experience job instability during a crisis. Use this tip sheet to partner with families to determine their eligibility for unemployment insurance benefits, apply for benefits, and look for new work.
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Partnering with Families to Access Food Assistance

Find out how to partner with families to access different types of food assistance. Learn ways to help them determine their eligibility and navigate the application process.
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Partnering with Families to Manage Credit and Debt

Use this tip sheet to help families manage their credit and debt, both during emergencies and for the future.
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Partnering with Families to Access Utilities Assistance During Emergencies

Families may have trouble paying for utilities and other services during emergencies. Explore this tip sheet to help families access financial assistance with their energy, water, cell phone, and internet service bills.

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