January is Financial Wellness Month!

January marks Financial Wellness Month, a time for everyone to reflect on our financial health and take proactive steps towards achieving financial stability. In the spirit of this month, we’re highlighting a variety of government financial assistance programs that can serve as lifelines during challenging times.

Unemployment Benefits

Losing a job can be a challenging experience. Unemployment benefit programs provide a financial safety net by helping individuals and their families meet basic needs during a job search.

• The Unemployment Insurance (UI) program provides temporary financial assistance to eligible individuals who are unemployed through no fault of their own.
• American Job Centers offer a range of free services to job seekers including training, career planning, and connections to job openings and local hiring events.
• The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program is another option for unemployed or underemployed households. TANF provides grant funds to states to provide families with financial assistance and support services.