Financial Wellness and Literacy

Learn how to navigate various retirement planning options and avoid common mistakes.

Understand medical bills, health insurance costs, coverage issues, and the steps to take when appealing denied claims or resolving billing disputes.

Learn to protect your family relationships and farm business when passing on personal possessions.

Learn to navigate mental health care coverage, manage costs, and make informed decisions to support your well-being and that of your loved ones.

“Boosting Financial Wellness" helps participants organize finances, connect money with healthy habits, and build stronger financial relationships.

Information on organizing your records, making decisions, transferring property, planning for final arrangements, and documenting your preferences.

Learn about key 2027 health insurance changes, Open Enrollment updates, and available resources to help you make informed coverage decisions and navigate the enrollment process.

Discover health insurance options for seniors and become a knowledgeable health care consumer.

Build essential money management skills and confidence through hands-on learning in this five-part webinar series led by trained Penn State Extension educators.

Build lasting financial wellness in this five-week series that offers practical tools and strategies to help you gain confidence and take control of your money.

Learning how to foster communication among family members and business partners can be tricky. Sometimes the key is knowing when to speak and when to listen.

This program helps farmers and small business owners manage health insurance expenses by providing guidance on available options and strategies for selecting suitable plans.

Gain insight into health insurance and select a plan that aligns with your healthcare needs and budget through effective strategies and informed decision-making.

Financial issues can create friction in any relationship, but constructive conversations about money are possible simply by following a few guidelines.

Take control of your future and protect your loved ones with thoughtful planning to secure your wishes, reduce stress, and bring lasting peace of mind.

Penn State Extension Nutrition Links offers free nutrition education to people eligible for public assistance to gain knowledge and skills necessary to achieve a healthful diet on a limited budget.

Learn how early money habits set the foundation for a successful financial future for children.

This article features step-by-step instructions and tools to help individuals and families create a cash flow calendar, track income and expenses, and build stronger budgeting habits.

Many opportunities for water conservation exist outside of your home including plant and watering choices.

Out of all the methods for water conservation, household water use is what consumers have the most control over.

Major repairs or replacement of septic system and drinking water wells can be costly, but there are sources of financial assistance for homeowners.

Determine how much water you currently use and the amount of water and money you could save by installing water-conserving devices.

Developing a budget is a task many find challenging, even when they have a regular, predictable income stream. But what if your income is inconsistent?

A budget guide developed by Penn State Extension to help families create and follow a personalized spending plan that addresses both essential and flexible expenses while working toward financial goals.

Financial wellness is vital to achieving financial goals in the present and future.