Have you heard about the

Pennsylvania Office of Financial Education?

                        The Office of Financial Education is a special program developed by Governor Edward G. Rendell in the Department of Banking that offers free classes, information, and resources to help adults and youth learn about managing money, budgeting, and other practical financial matters.

The information is free and presented in a user-friendly format.

Here is the home page that will link you to a variety of financial education topics and resources:

http://www.moneysbestfriend.com/default.aspx?id=110

Providers, county staff, and advocates may wish to share this information with consumers/clients--as well as reviewing it for their own potential benefit.