Pulse Points Summer 2023: Weathering Financial Setbacks From Natural Disasters
Severe weather can disrupt financial health, yet fewer than expected Americans living in disaster-prone areas carry residential insurance.
What the Climate Crisis Means for Financial Health
With the increasing cost of climate change and its long-term ramifications on financial health, the Financial Health Network recognizes this urgent issue and is taking action.
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Rebuilding Without Renters Insurance: Rob’s Story
After a movie-like getaway, Rob lost his car, home, and work equipment to the LA wildfires. Weeks later, another family tragedy hit.
‘Embers Around Our Faces’: Amanda’s Story
Amanda’s family fled when LA’s wildfires swept through their tight-knit neighborhood, engulfing many homes in flames. Read how they started over, even against the odds.
Surviving LA’s Wildfire: Bryce’s Story
Facing LA's wildfires, Bryce had an impossible choice: stay or flee? Hear their firsthand account of surviving the blaze, grappling with the decision to stay, and facing financial hardship. A story of living through a climate disaster and the resulting deep-seated uncertainty about the future.
When the Next Storm Comes, Will Families Be Financially Ready?
Extreme weather events and a changing climate are taking a toll on household finances, disproportionately impacting vulnerable communities. Learn how innovative financial tools and cross-sector collaboration can strengthen resilience.
Climate Disaster and Renters Insurance: Who’s Protected?
A new FinHealth Spend Spotlight finds many renters don’t hold renters insurance – and those who do still face climate-related risks.
Strengthening Financial Health for Climate Resilience
Climate hazards have massive financial impacts on households, especially ones that are already struggling. What do they need to be financially resilient in the face of a changing climate?
How Will You Advance Financial Health?
This is your moment to lead the way as we rewire our society to put financial health first. Learn how the Financial Health Network can help your organization become better informed about relevant issues, work more effectively, and find scalable solutions to drive lasting change.