Family Credit Counseling Service Inc

Education Services: FCCS educational outreach includes our Personal Finance Made Easy workbook and classes, a childrens book called Kathryn and Elizabeth Go Shopping, the Stop. Think. Save! campaign, various seminars and events held in conjunction with organizations including local housing authorities, Habitat for Humanity, and TV broadcasts on Chicago Area Network Television. Additional education materials offered include a wide variety of home study educational material, our Resume Writing workshops, and a wealth of financial tools and materials available at www.familycredit.org and www.stopthinksave.org. Most of the above services are offered at no cost to the consumer.

Debt Management Program: A small percentage of consumers who contact Family Credit for counseling or educational assistance also decide to enroll in our debt management program. Family Credit also provides ongoing counseling to participants which may include subsequent reviews of household budgets and the consumers overall financial situation.