Financial Readiness Program

We provide personal financial and consumer affairs counseling, as well as assistance through Army Emergency Relief (AER) to eligible Service members, their dependents, DoD Civilians, and Retirees.

Please call (270) 798-5518 to schedule an appointment.

AER assistance is provided on a walk-in basis.

We assist unit commanders and leaders in training Soldiers and Family Members in personal financial readiness to include: the military pay system, bank account/debit card management, financial responsibility, credit reporting, savings, investing, and a host of other financial topics.

One-on-One Financial Counseling: Whether you are just starting your career, or are close to retirement, ACS Financial Readiness Accredited Financial Counselors are here to set you up for financial success. From building a spending plan and managing debt to smart investing and retirement planning, we can help you take charge of your hard earned money.

Start with creating your Spending Plan:

https://finred.usalearning.gov/assets/downloads/FINRED-Spendingplan-TK.pdf

Consumer complaint mediation
FREE Carfax reports
FREE credit reports and scores
Help with identity theft
Review of any contract, agreement, lease, or policy- PRIOR to SIGNING

Check your free annual credit reports:

http://www.annualcreditreport.com

Army Emergency Relief (AER) is a private, non-profit organization established in 1942 to assist Soldiers and their Family members in emergency financial situations due to no fault of their own. Financial assistance is given in the form of an interest-free loan, grant, or combination of the two. Loans are repaid by an allotment. AER funding comes from donations.

AER Form 101 Application and Checklist for AER Assistance (pdf)

AER Form 57 Budget Planning Sheet (pdf)

Other AER Forms are available at:

https://www.armyemergencyrelief.org/resources/

To manage your current loan, make a payment, apply for assistance, or to donate to AER:

https://www.armyemergencyrelief.org/loans/

Education Program is AER's secondary mission- to help Army Families with the cost of education. For more information or to apply for one of the scholarships please visit:

https://www.armyemergencyrelief.org/scholarships/

Please call (270)798-5518 to register no later than the Friday before event.

Money Management Class
2nd Wednesday of Each Month
9 - 11 a.m.
Your money is a huge part of your life. It can determine what you can do and where you can go. Learning how to manage your money the right way is an important step toward taking control of your life. Join this class to learn about how to make sure that the way you manage your money falls in line with the values that matter most to you.
Thrift Savings Plan Class
3rd Wednesday of Each Month
10 - 11 a.m.
Thinking about retirement? You should, because Social Security alone will not cover you when you retire. Come learn about the TSP, and how the magic of compound interest and returns of your TSP funds could get you to your financial happy place by the time you reach retirement age.
How to Buy a House Class
2nd Tuesday of Each Month
1 - 3 p.m.
For many people, it's the biggest financial transaction they'll ever make.That's why doing it right the first time is so important. Sometimes, buying a house can feel like a dizzying set of rules and regulations. This free class will give you the right knowledge so you can start realizing your homeowner dreams.

All classes are held at the ACS Building, 1501 William C. Lee Road.

In-person Group Training available upon request by calling 270-798-5518