WealthLab: Smart Money Habits
WealthLab: Smart Money Habits is a free, interactive money skills programme for young people aged 14–25 living in or around Colchester. Through games, quizzes and real-life challenges, participants develop practical skills in budgeting, saving, understanding credit and recognising scams. Sessions also explore ways to earn money and future career opportunities. Delivered face-to-face in small, friendly groups, the programme is accessible to complete beginners and helps young people build confidence in managing money and making informed financial decisions.
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Further info
Sessions are interactive using hands-on activities rather than classroom teaching. It is especially helpful for those who are not in education, employment or training, or who are at risk of dropping out as well as those wanting more confidence with money. No experience is needed and one-to-one money support is available.
Venue and full details are shared once you sign up either via a Frontline referral or by calling us on 01206 645219.
Who can use this service?
Young people, of any gender, aged 14 to 25 who live in or near Colchester.
Professionals can refer, and young people can refer themselves. We will request a consent form from the parents or carers of anyone under 18.
How are services delivered?
Face to face, in small, friendly weekly groups at a community centre in Greenstead, Colchester.
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