Penn State Extension Offers Webinars on Financial Wellness

Three-part series covers money management, healthy habits, and financial relationships.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 1:18pm

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An extreme close-up of the complex inner workings of a financial accounting machine, with intricate gears, levers, and dials in shades of steel gray, copper, and black, conveying the power and precision of financial systems.The 'Boosting Financial Wellness' webinar series aims to help participants streamline their financial management and build healthier money habits.Youngstown Today

Penn State Extension is hosting a three-part webinar series called 'Boosting Financial Wellness' on April 22, 29, and May 6. The webinars aim to help participants strengthen financial knowledge, simplify money management, and build healthier habits through topics like financial decluttering, the connection between budgeting and nutrition, and strategies for having open conversations about money with partners and loved ones.

Why it matters

The webinar series provides practical tools and resources to support long-term financial wellness, which is especially important as many people continue to navigate economic uncertainty. By addressing the intersection of finances, health, and relationships, the program takes a holistic approach to improving financial resilience.

The details

Each of the three webinars in the 'Boosting Financial Wellness' series will cover a unique topic. On April 22, the 'Financial Declutter' session will teach participants how to identify financial messes, streamline recordkeeping, and reduce stress. The April 29 webinar on 'Money and Nutrition' will explore strategies for managing finances while making intentional, nutritious food choices. The final session on May 6 is titled 'Money and Relationships' and will cover having open, honest conversations about money with partners, family, friends, or business associates.

  • The 'Boosting Financial Wellness' webinar series occurs from 9-10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 22, 29 and May 6.
  • Attendees are encouraged to register by April 21.

The players

Penn State Extension

The outreach and public service arm of Pennsylvania State University that provides educational programs and resources to communities across the state.

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What’s next

Organizers encourage attendees to register by April 21. Registration carries a fee of $10 and includes all three sessions. Webinars require registration to receive the link to access. Penn State will email a link to the recorded webinars within 10 business days after the live events, and the recordings will be accessible for six months from the event date.

The takeaway

The 'Boosting Financial Wellness' webinar series takes a comprehensive approach to improving financial literacy and resilience by addressing the connections between money management, healthy habits, and strong relationships. The program provides practical tools and resources to help participants build a more stable financial future.