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EACC Financial Wellness Services

Nearly half of all employees say financial challenges cause them the most stress in their lives. It’s important to target stress at the source. Through the Financial Wellness Program, the Employee Assistance & Counseling Center provides personalized counseling and various resources designed to help employees cope with financial stressors. This program is here to empower you to take charge of your finances and financial wellbeing.

See the EACC's financial wellness services below for more information.

  • Counseling

    Financial Wellness Counseling

    Need financial guidance but not sure where to start? An individualized financial wellness counseling session will help you gain a better understanding of your financial situation, while teaching you the best options for managing your finances and paying off debt.

    The UAB Employee Assistance & Counseling Center offers free financial counseling services to help you develop a personal financial assessment and take control of your finances. To schedule a one-on-one appointment with an EACC counselor, call 205-934-2281. Appointments available Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to noon and Thursdays from 1 to 4 p.m.

  • UAB Financial Wellness Program

    UAB Financial Wellness Program

    The UAB Financial Wellness Program offers financial tools for early, mid and late career employees, as well as student loan assistance and additional financial wellness resources designed to help employees cope with financial stressors, build financial skills and feel confident about their future.

    Visit uab.edu/finwell to explore the variety of financial wellness resources available to UAB employees.

  • Financial Tip of the Month

    Financial Tip of the Month

    Lowering your summertime expenses

    Kids are out of school, it’s time for fun and relaxation — unless you haven't anticipated the increase in your budget. From the rise in gas prices, higher energy costs and cost of vacations, your budget takes a big hit this time of year. Consider the following to save on those summer expenses.

    1. Revise your budget: Review your budget to see if there are ways to decrease or eliminate some previous expenses.
    2. Reduce cooling costs: You can cut cooling expenses by as much as 10 percent by raising inside temperatures 7 to 10 degrees for eight hours a day. Consider installing a programmable thermostat or ceiling fans in your home. Inspect your air conditioner filter, a regular maintenance that’s easily overlooked but can increase your cooling costs.
    3. Keep kids active for less: Studies show that parents spend a minimum of $300 per week on activities to keep their kids busy while school is out. Check your local community centers, social media or your child’s school for cost-saving activities. You may even find some free events.
    4. Travel smarter: TripAdvisor data suggests you can save close to 23 percent if you travel after the early summer rush. You can also book a hotel room with a kitchenette to save on dining out, travel in groups to share costs or plan ahead and purchase tickets during off season. You can also check out discounts for UAB employees on hotels, rental cars, vacation destinations and more at uab.edu/perks

      5. For more financial wellness resources for UAB employees, visit uab.edu/finwell.

    Look for the Financial Tip of the Month in the UAB HR Monthly Newsletter.