Some of the following Consumer Action publications are available in bulk for non-profit or government agencies to distribute for educational purposes. Further info can be found on the How To Order Publications page.
Library of English Publications, Sorted by Date
Library: English | Lifeline Eligibility and Application Worksheets . These worksheets will help consumers determine if they are eligible for Lifeline discounts and track their progress through the application and renewal process. A short "quiz" can be used in class to help participants understand key points about the Lifeline program. Category: Telecom/TV on Dec 06, 2011
Library: English | Connect to California LifeLine and Save! (2011) Discounted telephone service can help your family stay in touch. California LifeLine provides discounts on basic residential telephone service to eligible low-income households. Consumers who qualify for California LifeLine pay a fraction of the regular cost for telephone connection and monthly local telephone service. This brochure explains the features and benefits of Lifeline phone service, how to apply for the program, and what you must do to continue participation. Category: Telecom/TV on Nov 07, 2011
Library: English | Wireless Providers Approved to Offer Lifeline Plans in California . This PDF chart will help California LifeLine customers who choose wireless (cell phone) service rather than wired (landline) service understand their choices. The chart can be used as a stand-alone resource or as part of the California LifeLine module. Category: Telecom/TV Wireless on Nov 07, 2011
Library: English | Saving Your Home from Foreclosure (2011) . Foreclosure is the legal process that your mortgage lender uses to take your home when you fall behind on your mortgage payments. If you are faced with foreclosure, you can work to save your home—or at least limit the financial damage caused by foreclosure—if you understand your options and take the appropriate steps. Category: Foreclosure Housing Home Financing on Nov 01, 2011
Library: English | Banking Basics - Seminar Lesson Plan and Class Activities . This packet, only available as a PDF file, provides guidance for teachers and team leaders. The 26-page packet contains a detailed curriculum, classroom activities and take home worksheets. Category: Banking on Oct 27, 2011
Library: English | Banking Basics - PowerPoint Training Slides . The Banking Basics Powerpoint training file is available for download in the "Download File" section. Category: Banking on Oct 27, 2011
Library: English | Your Digital Dollars - Powerpoint Training Slides . Your Digital Dollars Powerpoint training file is available for download in the "Download File" section. Category: Banking Fraud/Scams Internet Money Management Privacy Rights on Sep 19, 2011
Library: English | Your Digital Dollars - Lesson Plan and Class Activities . This packet, only available as a PDF file, provides guidance for teachers and team leaders. The 24-page packet contains a detailed curriculum, classroom activities and take home worksheets. Category: Banking Fraud/Scams Internet Money Management Privacy Rights on Sep 19, 2011
Library: English | Your Digital Dollars - Safety and privacy in online and mobile transactions Protect your identity and data while banking or paying digitally. As more daily tasks, from shopping and banking to working and socializing, get done on a computer or mobile device, the opportunities to expose personal data increase. Category: Fraud/Scams Internet Privacy Rights Wireless on Aug 29, 2011
Library: English | Consumer Action Housing Help Foreclosure Prevention Guide. This free resource guide is designed to help struggling homeowners at all stages in the foreclosure process. It lists a wide variety of government and private programs and websites where homeowners can learn if they are eligible for help in saving their homes. Category: Foreclosure Housing on Aug 25, 2011
