Money Matters
A Five-Part Training Series to Help You Understand How to Manage Your Money
ECNV offers this five-part training to help people with disabilities understand and manage money. Eligibility is open to FIS Waiver and DARS referrals as well as anyone interested in expanding their knowledge about money. Classes are virtual. Registration is required! All interested individuals (or counselors) are welcome to ask questions at info@ecnv.org. Participants must be Northern Virginia residents.
2026 Course Dates:
(Winter) Jan 12-16 Registration Open, and Registration Closes Dec 20
(Spring Break Camp) Mar 30-Apr 3 Registration Opens Nov 28, 2025, and Registration Closes Mar 1
(Spring) Apr 13-17 Registration Opens Dec 28, 2025, and Registration Closes Mar 15
(Summer) July 13-17 Registration Opens Mar 28, 2026, and Registration Closes June 21
(Fall) Oct 19-23 Registration Opens June 28, 2026, and Registration Closes Sept 15
Upcoming class schedule is listed below. See flyer for more information.
Participants will learn to
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Understand what money is and the ways that it can be earned, lost, saved, and spent
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Do basic budgeting through identifying financial wants, needs, and obligations.
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Identify different types of bank accounts and credit products that can be used to hold money and pay for things.
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Protect themselves and their money by learning how to identify and avoid scams and financial abuse.
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Be prepared to safely earn, save, and spend their own money on their own terms.
Schedule
Virtual classes will take place Monday thru Friday from 4-5pm, Jan 12-16, 2026.
January 12
4:00-5:00 PM
MONDAY
January 13
4:00-5:00 PM
TUESDAY
January 14
4:00-5:00 PM
WEDNESDAY
January 15
4:00-5:00 PM
THURSDAY
January 16
4:00-5:00 PM
FRIDAY
Who is This For?
Money Matters is perfect for people with disabilities who want to learn more about what money is, how it works, and how they can earn, save, and spend money on their own.
Accessibility & Accommodations
Money Matters will be held virtually. Participants will need access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone (or other electronic device with audio / visuals) to participate. Reasonable accommodations and computer access may be requested in the registration form. Any questions about the program or accessibility are welcome at info@ecnv.org.
