Events

This panel discussion will focus on how social justice manifests within the delivery of services for military families. Participants who have completed all three courses of the 2022 Academy Series will find this panel especially beneficial. This interactive discussion around the content of the third course in the Academy Series will also address comments, questions, and concerns around social justice […]

The final course of the series addresses the specific work of social justice advocacy among family service providers, in the context of military families and their health and well-being. Military service can further complicate both equitable service access and families’ lived experiences given the strains of deployment, combat, reintegration, PCSing, and injury. Incorporating both a personal and professional lens, examine […]

Join us on Tuesday, July 5th at 1 pm eastern for an opportunity to network with other AFCPE Members in the government and military space! Take this time to network, ask questions, share experiences, and learn from each other! This event will not be recorded. Register on my.afcpe here.

Proper planning for the future in the event of a death is an important aspect of financial readiness for military families. Learn how service providers can support service members and their families in the following estate planning areas: Probate and probate avoidance Advantages and limitations of wills and trusts Estate taxes Blended family challenges Life insurance beneficiaries Transfer on death […]

Working with military-connected families is a rewarding experience; but learning, understanding, and staying up to date on all of their benefits can be overwhelming! Join us on Tuesday, July 12th at 11:30 am eastern for a great discussion and Q&A session as hosts Shay Cook (FINRA Foundation), Heather Baker (AFCPE), and Andia Dinesen (AMBA) debunk myths around Survivor Benefit Plan […]

Homeownership has long been accepted as a core component of the American dream, as it provides many benefits for U.S. households. For example, homeownership can provide stability for families and anchor them in their communities. It can also be a tool for wealth creation and for building a legacy of generational wealth—especially in communities of color. However, despite most Americans […]

AFCPE professionals have a wealth of experience and information to share.  This webinar is an opportunity for you to share what you know and to learn from others as we explore possible solutions for real life financial counseling scenarios.  Be sure to bring your A-game – these scenarios are very challenging! Register on My.AFCPE here. Register for the Zoom here.

As grey divorce is on the rise, there is a similar trend that divorce is falling among the younger demographic as per US census data. When one looks to the numbers, we see that many more couples are intentionally cohabitating. This may be in an effort to “try out” that relationship before committing to traditional marriage because of the traumatic […]

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) provides critical financial help to aged, blind, and disabled people who have limited income and resources. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) pays disability benefits to you and certain family members who meet our definition of disability if you worked long enough – and recently enough – under Social Security. In this webinar participants are provided important […]