Category: Finanzas

Bilingual update — Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) gives you the chance to pay less for your internet

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) gives you the chance to pay less for your internet:

Up to $30 per month for broadband services purchased by eligible households and up to $75 per month for households located on Tribal lands.
One-time discount of up to $100 on purchasing a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet from participating providers if you contribute more than $10 and less than $50 toward the purchase price.
Applications are now available. Only one monthly internet service discount is allowed per household.

March 4 — Bilingual report — APS, Chicano por la CAUSA to present Utility Assistance Event in Flagstaff

APS and  Chicano por la CAUSA will present Utility Assistance Event from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 4 at 201 E. Birch Ave., Suite 7, Flagstaff

APS UTILITY ASSISTANCE IS AN INCOME BASED PROGRAM AND REQUIRES THE FOLLOWING ELIGIBILITY DOCUMENTS

AARP Hispanic Connection — What Happened This Week (05/13/21) recap video and more information

What Happened This Week (05/13/21) recap video

COVID-19: Vacuna, Dinero y Más de 11 de mayo, 2021

More videos and information available HERE

— AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection is a platform that educates on relevant issues, celebrates Latino accomplishments, and connects Hispanics of all generations.

Bilingual report — Coconino County Health and Human Services launches Healthy Habits Emergency Saving Matching Program

Coconino County Health and Human Services (CCHHS) is launching a program that matches people’s savings while helping them improve their financial habits.

The Healthy Habits Emergency Saving Matching program provides free financial education/coaching and matches participants’ saving over nine months. The longer participants save, the larger the matching ratio becomes – giving participants the opportunity to triple their savings from $225 to $675.

Bilingual report: Coconino County Rental or Move In Assistance with Utility Deposit

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County Health & Human Services / Community Services report Coconino County Rental or Move In Assistance with Utility Deposit is available for Coconino County residents including seniors, disabled, families, veterans and individuals in crisis and affected by COVID-19.  Must…

Bilingual information: 2020 Census Update and Resources

COCONINO COUNTY — As Coconino County deals with the challenges of the COVID-19 outbreak, please remember to take time to fill out your 2020 Census. Funding for Health Care Centers, Medicare, Medicaid, and many other programs that are crucial to…

Consulado General de México en Phoenix: Eventos de Interés Para La Comunidad

Boletín Semanal / Click Aquí   Información de Interés para la Comunidad 320 East McDowell Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85004 Teléfono (602) 242-7398 Emergencias: (602) 330-3642 Actividades y Eventos Tercer Foro Comunitario en el Consulado. El día 11 de julio llevamos nuestro…

Consulado General de México en Phoenix: Eventos de Interés Para La Comunidad

Boletín Semanal / Click Aquí   320 East McDowell Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85004 Teléfono (602) 242-7398 Emergencias: (602) 330-3642 Actividades y Eventos Reunión con el Alguacil del Condado de Maricopa Paul Penzone El Cónsul General Jorge Mendoza Yescas se reunió con…

Consulado General de México en Phoenix: Eventos de Interés Para La Comunidad

Boletín Semanal / Click Aquí   Información de Interés para la Comunidad 320 East McDowell Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85004 Teléfono (602) 242-7398 Emergencias: (602) 330-3642 Actividades y Eventos El Consulado General de México en Phoenix da la bienvenida a Jorge Mendoza…

AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection update for June 7 — ‘It’s the Economy, Stupid’

Dear friend and partner, There is still room to register for our Lunch & Learn in Tolleson on Wednesday, June 12. Register today: https://aarp.cvent.com/d/9yqnl6/ Additionally, below please find information on the issues addressed this week. Please help us share links…

Coconino County seeking Bilingual Case Worker Community Services applicants

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County is seeking a bilingual (Spanish) case worker for the Community Services department. Salary: $41,260.00 Annually Job number: 0802372 Click here to apply   As an award-winning organization with high regard for cultural diversity and the positive contributions of…

United Way of Northern Arizona update for Feb. 8 — Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program in several communities

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   VITA Dates Announced United Way of Northern Arizona is again offering the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program in several communities to provide FREE help with filing 2018 income tax returns. IRS-certified volunteers…

Consulado General de México en Phoenix: Eventos de Interés Para La Comunidad

View this email in your browser   Información de Interés para la Comunidad Centro de Defensoría ¿Tiene duda sobre su caso criminal, familiar, civil o de inmigración? Participe en el “Programa de Orientación Legal Gratuita” para consultar su caso con…

AARP Arizona to present ‘Be The Difference / Sé La Diferencia’ Social Security programs Sept. 25 in Nogales, Sept. 26 in Tucson and Oct. 3 in Yuma

AARP Arizona to present ‘Be The Difference / Sé La Diferencia’ Social Security programs Sept. 25 in Nogales, Sept. 26 in Tucson and Oct. 3 in Yuma. See below for more information: 9/25 / Nogales / Mariposa Comm. Health Ctr.: https://aarp.cvent.com/d/sbqj1v/…

Consulado General de México en Phoenix: Eventos de Interés Para La Comunidad

View this email in your browser   Información de Interés para la Comunidad  ¡Viva México! ¡Acompáñanos a dar el Grito de Independencia el próximo 15 de septiembre! Lugar: Explanada de la Alcaldía de Phoenix Hora: 8:00pm En el marco de las Fiestas Patrias de La Campesina 101.9FM.…

Consulado General de México en Phoenix: Eventos de Interés Para La Comunidad

View this email in your browser   Eventos de Interés para la Comunidad Jornada Sabatina Fecha: 2 de junio Horario: 8:00AM a 1:00PM Dirección: 320 East McDowell Road, Suite 105, Phoenix, Arizona 85004. Haz tu cita para trámite de Pasaporte, Matrícula Consular y…

Fuerza Local ARIZONA Noticias de 26 de junio

NOTICIAS DE FUERZA LOCAL  26 DE JUNIO, 2017    Indie Week Pub Crawl(Tour de Bares) Viernes, 30 de junio, 7-10:30PM ¿Listo para celebrar a negocios locales de la manera más divertida? Te invitamos a que celebres el inicio de Independents…

Finance / Finanzas: Medicare in Three Parts — Part A

By David Parra / Associate state director — AARP Arizona Medicare coverage consists of hospital insurance (Part A), medical insurance (Part B) and prescription drug insurance (Part D). This article will address Part A coverage, including hospital care, skilled nursing facility care,…

Finance / Finanzas: Medicare — Introduction

By David Parra / Associate state director — AARP Arizona This article offers an introduction to Medicare and is the first in a series of articles on this subject. What is Medicare: Medicare is a federal health insurance program for persons who are…

Home / Casa: Attending open houses in Flagstaff

By Egle Rucci / Village Land Shoppe Inc. When you visit open houses in Flagstaff, you get a chance to see a home at your own pace. Viewing a home with your agent is helpful because you can ask questions…

Finance / Finanzas: 7 tips for keeping holiday budgets (and your holiday spirit) intact

By Metro Editorial Services (MS) “No one is so poor that he can’t give a smile, nor so rich that he doesn’t need it.” — Anonymous Holidays are exciting — family visits and special once-a-year meals, celebrating traditions together with…

Sunnyside Neighborhood Association to present Dream Marketplace / Mercado de Sueños new member informational meeting on Nov. 21

FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Neighborhood Association of Flagstaff Inc. will hold a Dream Marketplace / Mercado de Sueños new-member meeting from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 21 at the East Flagstaff Community Library, 3000 N. Fourth St., Flagstaff. Visit…

Commentary / Comentario: Full Circle to aid Dreamers

By Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ Since its founding in 2013, Full Circle Trade and Thrift has awarded more than $150,000 to help creative, collaborative and results-oriented nonprofits in Flagstaff. Located at the corner of South Beaver Street and Phoenix…

Local / Locales

The Flagstaff City Council Candidate Forum will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 6 at Little America, 2515 E. Butler Ave., Flagstaff. This is an opportunity to hear from the mayoral candidates and the city council candidates as to…

Finances / Finanzas: Social Security — Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

By David Parra / Associate state director — AARP Arizona Another important benefit offered by Social Security is Supplemental Security Income, commonly known as “SSI”. SSI, though administered by the Social Security Administration, is not funded by Social Security taxes…

Finances / Finanzas: Social Security: Survivors benefits

By David Parra / Associate state director — AARP Arizona Many people might not know that Social Security offers Survivors Benefits. These benefits, which function as a kind of life insurance, can provide family income after the breadwinner dies as…

Finances / Finanzas: Social Security: Retirement benefits – Part 2

By David Parra / Associate state director — AARP Arizona In this article I will continue our conversation regarding retirement benefits, describing retiring at full retirement age and delaying retirement to a later age. We have stated that full retirement age ranges…

Finances / Finanzas: Social Security: Retirement benefits – Part 1

By David Parra / Associate state director — AARP Arizona Social Security provides several benefits, including retirement, disability and survivor benefits, among others. Regarding beneficiaries, some relatives of the eligible person (spouses, former spouses, children and even parents) could also…

Local / Locales

The City of Flagstaff has entered Stage 2 of Fire Restrictions, officials reported in a media release. As a result: No permits are issued for open burning within the City of Flagstaff; use of charcoal barbecue grills is prohibited throughout…

Finances / Finanzas: Social Security: What is it?

By David Parra / Associate state director — AARP Arizona The United States has two main retirement-related programs, namely Medicare and Social Security. The first provides access to medical care, while the second provides an economic benefit. This article will…

Finance / Finanzas: Don’t let Christmas dinner be a budget-buster

By Metro Editorial Services (MS)  Many people worry about the expenses of the holidays. Individuals who are already pinching pennies and putting as much toward gifts as possible may want to keep holiday entertaining costs low. It’s possible to do…

Finance / Finanzas: Things to consider before buying auto insurance

By Metro Editorial Services (MS) Auto insurance is necessary for anyone who drives. Though some places allow motorists to drive without insurance, doing so is an unnecessary risk, one that could prove costly should an accident occur. When purchasing auto…

Finance / Finanzas: Simple ways to improve fuel economy

By Metro Editorial Services (MS) The economy might be slowly recovering, but saving money is still foremost on the minds of many people. Men and women have looked to save money in a variety of ways, including at the gas…

Finance / Finanzas: Is a wedding loan for you?

By Metro Editorial Services (MS) Engaged couples about to take a trip down the aisle are increasingly choosing to pay for the wedding themselves. Where it used to be tradition for the bride’s parents to handle the bill for the…

Finance / Finanzas: Live comfortably on a budget

By Metro Editorial Services (MS) Seniors are one of the fastest-growing segments of the population, as medical advancements have increased life expectancies considerably. Many Baby Boomers have entered retirement age and are joining the ranks of other seniors on fixed…