The University is providing a series of virtual financial wellbeing talks this year featuring Firmitas Financial Services Ltd who provide employees with financial guidance tailored to certain life events.
ÌýSession 1 – Getting Started – For those starting out in their careers with an emphasis on budgeting and saving for their future. The session was held on Tuesday 17 January. To view the slide pack click .Session 2 – Newfound Flexibility – As children move away and expenditure may be falling, this group has the opportunity to focus on retirement and saving. The session was held on Wednesday 8 February. To view the slide pack click .Session 3Ìý– Changing Circumstances – Relationships, children, mortgages and a developing career, explore budgeting and saving whilst expenditure may be high. The session will be held onÌýTuesday 18 April from 12:00 to 13:00,Ìýfor more information and to register clickÌý.Session 4Ìý– Renewed Opportunities – Considering the retirement options available and the lifestyle desired whilst ensuring dependents are considered. The session will be held on Wednesday 19 AprilÌýfrom 12:00 to 13:00, for more information or to book please clickÌý.To book a freeÌýinitial consultation to discuss any financial related matters please book an appointment with or at Firmitas Financial Services Ltd.ÌýWhat is Financial Wellbeing?Financial wellbeingÌýisÌýhaving a sense of financial security and feelingÌýthat you have enough money to meet your needs. It’s about being in control of your everydayÌýfinancesÌýand being able to manage debt responsibly.Increases in the cost of living mean that, at some point, many people might become worried about their finances. Money worries can affect yourÌýÌýandÌýÌýhealth so it’s an important factor in your overall wellbeing. Additionally, poor mental health can make managing finances more difficult.If you feel financial worries are affecting your mental health,ÌýÌýis availableÌý​â¶Ä‹â¶Ä‹â¶Ä‹â¶Ä‹â¶Ä‹â¶Ä‹in the form of theÌý. If you need to speak to someone urgently about your mental health a trained member of staff from the University’sÌý network can be found on the ​â¶Ä‹â¶Ä‹â¶Ä‹â¶Ä‹â¶Ä‹â¶Ä‹.ÌýFor more information on how you can keep yourself healthy during periods of stress please see ourÌýÌýpages.ÌýFor information about theÌýpay, benefits,Ìýand pensions available to you at the University, please visit the relevant page below.​​​​
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