In a world filled with constant change, unexpected challenges, and the occasional bump in the road, many of us share a common goal: feeling secure and grounded. Financial resilience plays a key role in how confidently we navigate life’s twists and turns. While we can’t prevent surprises from happening, we can build the skills, systems, and strategies that help us adapt and recover more quickly.

In this session, we’ll explore practical ways to strengthen your financial resilience focusing on the tools, habits, and mindsets that empower you to face uncertainty with confidence. Together, we’ll dive into actionable steps you can take to build stability, increase flexibility, and create a financial foundation that supports you through change.

Presenters:

Emily Phelps, CCUFC – Certified Financial Counselor

Emily joined EastRise in 2015, moving between teller, member service, and consumer lending before her passion for discovering financial solutions led to her transition to the Financial Counselor position. In this role, Emily reads credit reports, does budget planning, and strategizes money and debt management to help members on their path to financial possibilities. She loves reducing financial stress for members and helping them reach their long-term goals.

Amanda Seeholzer, CCUFC – Certified Financial Counselor

Since joining the credit union in 2011, Amanda Seeholzer has assisted many members with a wide range of topics including budgeting, savings, money management, debt management, loan preparation, fraud protection, building and improving credit, recovering from hardships, navigating inflation, and more. Amanda not only provides financial education to our communities but also offers one-on-one financial appointments and personalized plans that meet people where they are on their financial journey. Amanda approaches each appointment with a non-judgmental, welcoming environment for all and understands there is no one-size-fits-all. She gets great satisfaction in helping others succeed with all their financial goals.

About EastRise Credit Union

EastRise Credit Union is a Vermont‑based, member‑owned financial cooperative committed to improving the financial well‑being of its communities through accessible, inclusive, financial services and education. As a purpose‑driven credit union, EastRise is dedicated to supporting individuals and families across all income levels, with a particular focus on expanding financial capability and building financial resilience.