MyMoney Resources - Life Events

Use the Checklist to find tips for students and parents on preparing academically and financially for college. This "to do" list provides information for elementary, junior high or middle, and high school students, as well as adults.

This website provides information and links for details about education benefits available from the Veterans Administration, Americorps, and other federal agencies.

This site provides information and resources to help you and your family plan for future long-term care (LTC) needs. At least 70 percent of people over age 65 will require some long-term care services at some point in their lives. And, Medicare and private health insurance programs do not pay for the majority of long-term care services that most people need - help with personal care such as dressing or using the bathroom independently.  Planning is essential for you to be able to get the care you might need. The National Clearinghouse for Long-Term Care Information provides information and planning resource for individuals who don't yet require long-term care, but it includes information on services and financing options that can be helpful to all individuals.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form is the application for federal financial aid for college or career school. Your completed application is used by almost all colleges, universities, and career/trade schools to determine your eligibility forhow much federal aid (grants, loans, work-study funds) you may receive. Learn more about the application process and planning for higher educationcomplete the form online.

Website of the U.S. Army's Financial Readines program. The site features information for service members and their families, including on-line calculators and educational video presentations.

Webpage that explains why it's better to start saving early for retirement.

Military OneSource (also accessible by calling 1-800-342-9657) is a free service available 24/7, 365 days a year to Service members and families regardless of their activation status. The website features a “Money Management” section with information and resources that include calculators, tips, books and CDs, personal finance newsletters, and more.

Find information about repaying federal student loans including the new Income Based Repayment Plan, other repayment plans, loan deferments, servicing, consolidation, forgiveness, budgeting, and more. This website also includes on-line calculators to help you determine payment options.

Medicare is the nation's largest health insurance program, covering nearly 40 million Americans age 65 or older, disabled, and/or experiencing end-stage renal disease. This website provides information and an online tool to help individuals determine whether or not they are eligible for Medicare, and to provide information about enrollment. If you are not a U.S. citizen or a lawfully admitted alien who has lived in the U.S. continuously for a five-year period, please contact Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 for your Medicare enrollment and eligibility instead of using this tool.

Website of the U.S. Navy Fleet and Personal Readiness program. This site includes information and links to resources on budgeting, money management and planning.