As we enter fall, I welcome the change of seasons! As the leaves on the trees change colors and fall away, the trees began to look naked and barren. This is how many of our pockets and bank accounts will look if we don’t learn to manage our finances: naked and barren. Just as each [...]
Staff will be handing out treats to the children and parents can gain information on what the Arc is all about. Please join us for a fun, safe, and Informational afternoon. Snacks will be provided. For additional information please contact Lana Richardson at The Arc 313-532-8524 or lrichardson@thearcnw.org Where: The Arc of Northwest Wayne County [...]
Better Money Habits A monthly series of financial workshops to help you learn how to better manage your money Information relevant to persons with disabilities and/or those supporting persons with disabilities **************** Topic: Spending and Saving When: Tuesday, September 28, 2021 Time: 6:00 pm-7:00 pm Where: Virtual access provided following registration Workshop Facilitator: Toccia [...]
Hello from The Arc NW! Today, I will be providing ways to decrease spending. Overspending often contributes to not having enough money to pay expenses or to save money and it is something that we can definitely control. People overspend in all kinds of ways that they are not aware of but tracking spending (which [...]
Hello from The Arc NW! When facilitating financial workshops, I am frequently asked “How can I budget on a fixed income.” Well, anybody with income can create a budget (aka Spending Plan). Actually, you can also create a budget based on anticipated income. This is called an Anticipatory Spending Plan or Budget. I’ll discuss the [...]
Hello from The Arc NW, I hope everyone had a safe 4th of July holiday. Holidays are usually a time when we spend more money than usual, so let’s continue to explore more ways to save money. Two ways to save money that requires minimal physical effort are decrease spending on nonessentials (things that we [...]
Hello from The Arc NW, In previous posts, I have discussed Spending Plans (Budgets), Tracking Spending, Needs vs. Wants and Saving. Let’s just say that you are sticking to your Spending Plan, and now have money to save because you have decreased your spending and/or increased your income. You are determined to have better money [...]
The Arc NW seeks a part-time Communications Coordinator This is a 10-hour/month contractual position to assist with marketing publications and social media presence where you can learn about marketing, SEO and AGENCY BACKLINKS as well. This position is suitable for a student or someone with a background in marketing, graphic design, communications, or related field. [...]
