Nearly half of all employees say financial challenges cause them the most stress in their lives. It’s important to target stress at the source. Through the Financial Wellness Program, the Employee Assistance & Counseling Center provides personalized counseling and various resources designed to help employees cope with financial stressors. This program is here to empower you to take charge of your finances and financial wellbeing.

See the EACC's financial wellness services below for more information.

  • Counseling

    Financial Wellness Counseling

    Need financial guidance but not sure where to start? An individualized financial wellness counseling session will help you gain a better understanding of your financial situation, while teaching you the best options for managing your finances and paying off debt.

    The UAB Employee Assistance & Counseling Center offers free financial counseling services to help you develop a personal financial assessment and take control of your finances. To schedule a one-on-one appointment with an EACC counselor, call 205-934-2281. Appointments available Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to noon and Thursdays from 1 to 4 p.m.

  • UAB Financial Wellness Program

    UAB Financial Wellness Program

    The UAB Financial Wellness Program offers financial tools for early, mid and late career employees, as well as student loan assistance and additional financial wellness resources designed to help employees cope with financial stressors, build financial skills and feel confident about their future.

    Visit uab.edu/finwell to explore the variety of financial wellness resources available to UAB employees.

  • Financial Tip of the Month

    Financial Tip of the Month

    Steps for decreasing and eliminating debt

    Becoming debt free sounds intimidating but it can be achieved with planning, dedication and hard work. Check out these steps for assistance with decreasing your debt — and coming one step closer to financial freedom.

    1. Plan. Evaluate your debt and stay informed on who your creditors are, how much you owe, and your interest rates.
    2. Set smart goals. Be specific about your goals for debt management; set goals that are realistic, measurable and achievable.
    3. Prioritize and automate payments. This will help to avoid missed payments.
    4. Avoid new debt.
    5. Keep track of your debt-to-income ratio.
    6. For more financial wellness resources for UAB employees, visit uab.edu/finwell.

    Look for the Financial Tip of the Month in the UAB HR Monthly Newsletter.