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You are not alone. The current economic crisis has taken a toll on many Minnesota families. The resources found on this page are designed to help families tackle tough times today and tomorrow. Whether facing unemployment, foreclosure, increasing expenses, accumulating debt, or another difficult financial situation, your family most likely needs resources and they need them fast.

We are here to help. Which best describes your family's situation? My family is ...

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Financial Recovery from a Disaster- Where Do I Start?

Easy-to-use checklists for steps you can take before and after you can enter your property after a disaster. Start your financial recovery today.

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Upcoming Dollar Works 2 Trainings

Register online for the upcoming Dollar Works 2 Train-the-Trainer workshops on September 15 in Cologne and October 12 in Farmington.

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Dealing with Stress Workshops

Workshop 5 and 6 on emotional self-care skills are now available. For those in agriculture or anyone experiencing stress.

Contact Information

Karen Shirer
Associate Dean
Extension Center for Family Development
266 McNeal Hall
1985 Buford Avenue
Saint Paul, MN 55108
Email: shire008@umn.edu
Phone: 612-626-3971

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