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MA Financial Resources for COVID-19

Stay Updated & Get Financial Tools

The COVID-19 pandemic has created unprecedented disruptions in daily life and financial setbacks for people throughout the state. Here are timely resources for you to get public health updates, protect your identity, and learn about employment rights and unemployment benefits. 

MyFinancialLifeMA

FINANCIAL EDUCATION TOOLS & RESOURCES

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau 

Please use these financial education tools and resources to create a plan to pay your bills, access all of your state’s resources and protect your finances.

MyFinancialLife 

MyFinancialLifeMA.org is a digital learning experience created by Treasurer Goldberg that provides money management strategies to help guide you through each stage of life.

MyFinancialLife Learning Lab by Everfi 

Create a personalized financial playlist based on your needs right now and goals for the future. Visit the Office of Economic Empowerment’s MyFinancialLife Learning Lab.

OEE’s PANDEMIC RESPONSE

Money Talk Tuesdays 

We launched these workshops to connect financial experts to MA residents where they could access them: for free on their computers. Each workshop features a new topic, hosted by experts in financial wellness, growing wealth, retirement planning, and more!

2021 EqualPayMA Roundtable Series 

Last year we launched a virtual series to highlight different equal pay days, how the pandemic affected women and people of color, and offer solutions.

Financial Education for Massachusetts Employees and Retirees 

In December 2020, we launched a statewide program to provide Massachusetts state employees and retirees the tools and resources required to make informed financial decisions throughout one’s lifetime.

INCOME SUPPORT & EMPLOYMENT RIGHTS

$500 COVID-19 Bonus for MA Low Wage Workers 

Learn about the new program which is distributing $500 checks to low-wage workers and find out if you are eligible.

What To Do If You’ve Become Unemployed in MA 

This guide will steer you through the steps you need to take after losing a job.

FAQs About COVID-19: Employee Rights and Employer Obligations 

Here is general guidance on some of the most frequently asked questions concerning COVID-19 related disruptions in the workplace.

BEWARE OF SCAMS AMID COVID-19

Resources to Protect Against Scams During Pandemic 

Watch out for potential scams amidst the COVID-19 outbreak. Be on alert for suspicious calls or emails.

FDIC: Announcements 

Learn more about the FDIC announcements and guidances during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Contact the Better Business Bureau If You Suspect Fraud 

Report any potential scams to the Better Business Bureau online or by calling 1-800-828-5000.
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