Financial Wellness
We provide the tools and know-how for you to take greater control of your finances.
Make your financial goals a reality
We believe education is the foundation of financial security. That’s why we offer an array of financial tools, workshops, and resources to help you on your financial journey. No matter what phase of life you are in.
Financial Wellness Counseling
Jeanne D’Arc has partnered with GreenPath Financial Wellness to provide our members FREE one-on-one counseling services. Simply call 1-877-337-3399 for a confidential session.
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Financial Counseling
Free one-on-one financial and debt management counseling delivered by certified and caring experts. They’ll work with you to understand your situation and make a plan to meet your goals. Learn More.
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Credit Report Review
Understand your personal credit report and how to improve your score. These are confidential discussions with GreenPath’s experts. Learn More.
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Make Housing Decisions
Take advantage of home buyer preparation assistance and mortgage coaching. GreenPath can help you make informed decisions about your housing choices. Learn More.
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Student Loan Counseling
We explain the different student loan repayment options so you can weigh their pros and cons. You’ll be able to make informed decisions about the best strategies. Learn More.
Classroom & Community Workshops
Educators mold the young minds that shape the future. As your financial education partners, we’re here to assist you with our MoneyStrong educational initiatives. We aim to educate students on the value of personal finance and prepare them for a secure financial future. Please contact us if you would like to schedule a workshop or learn more.
On Site Instruction
We have a variety of age-appropriate financial workshops we bring to your site. These interactive workshops are a fun way to learn about money. Request a workshop for your classroom or organization here.
Save-at-School
Our Save-at-School program introduces students in K-5 to banking and teaches them the necessary habits about saving money. Learn more about this program and how your school can get involved.
Hear from our partners
Hear what Andy Lopez, Program Director- Lowell Youth Leadership Program has to say.
Financial Resources
We’re committed to your peace of mind. Our tools and resources will help reduce your financial stress and take control of your future.
Workshops
From First Time Home Buyer Seminars to budgeting, fraud, and more, we offer classroom, group, and online workshops free to members. See what’s coming up or contact us to schedule a workshop at your location.
Learning Lab+
GreenPath’s Learning Lab+ brings you free researched online courses and tools to enable a better financial understanding. Learn money management basics, build good financial habits, prepare for a large purchase, or reduce financial stress. Get started with Learning Lab+ today.
Savings for Kids
It’s never too early to start your child’s savings journey. The M3 Money Club is a fun way to introduce saving to kids under 13 years of age. If their school has a Save-at-School program, they can make deposits right in the classroom.
Articles & Awareness
The Money Mill Blog is a great resource for researching financial products, account differences, and how to make the best decisions for your situation. It also provides information on the latest scams, as well as how to spot and prevent fraud.
Student Support
We’re committed to helping you start your financial journey on the right foot, and bringing your education within reach.
Scholarship Opportunities
In January each year, we open the application process for college students to apply for our MoneyStrong and Cooperative Credit Union Association Scholarships. We’re committed to helping local students pursue their higher education goals.
Higher Education
Understanding your options to pay for higher education can be overwhelming. We offer educational opportunities, student loan counseling, and student loan options to help pursue your higher education goals.
Worksheets & Guides
Through our partners at GreenPath Financial Wellness, we offer a variety of tools including free financial worksheets and guides to manage your finances.
Our Financial Educators are here to help.
Whether you’re looking for a confidential counseling , personal coaching, or an on-site workshop, we’re here to help.
The Financial Wellness Team
Meet the team that reaches hundreds of students and adults each year through our workshops and seminars. In addition, we operate three fully functional high school branches at Lowell High School, Dracut High School, and Nashua High School South.
Students can work as interns in the school branch, learning basic banking and money management skills. They will also gain a financial education foundation while earning course credit. Many students go on to work as tellers in our branches.
Catherine Casey
Josh Porter
Heather Pintal
Elizabeth Chhoeum
Christine Germain
Jameson Davis
Nixvelisse Andino
Maria Betancur
Kiana Diaz
Celia Otero
Financial Wellness FAQs
GreenPath is a 501c3, non-profit organization that provides free financial counseling and financial education to credit union members and employees. Our mission is to empower people to lead financially healthy lives and GreenPath is a great resource to help us accomplish that.
There is no cost for financial counseling. A counseling session typically takes about an hour, and you can expect to have a conversation with your counselor to discuss your situation –review income, expenses, debts, and credit report, talk about goals for the future, and come up with an action plan for what to do next. There is no agenda or sales pitch. GreenPath is here to help.
The first thing your counselor will be doing is creating a budget tailored to your needs. It’s helpful to have an estimate of your monthly expenses, including utilities, food, gas, etc., as well as the combined monthly income of you and your spouse or financial partner.
GreenPath’s empathetic counselors understand the amount of courage it takes just to pick up the phone. You can expect a non-judgmental, unbiased session with your best interest at heart.
GreenPath is open Monday-Thursday 8AM-10PM, Friday 8AM-7PM, and Saturday 9AM-6PM Eastern.
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