Control
What happens to our stress levels if we worry about things that are outside of our control?
They go up!
20% This would mean if you have an income of 900, about 180 dollars should be spent on food and groceries.
Name one place in Sudbury you can get free food? (Besides Lotus)
Food Bank, Elgin Street Mission, E-fry
Give me an example of something that is not within your control that may upset you?
Weather, other people ect.
When making a budget, it is important to know the difference between a "need" and a "want".
Would food be considered to be a want or a need?
Need! There are many places that offer food, but you cannot rely on them solely. Organizations can run out of food or close down. It is important for you to budget for your food as it is a need!
Who can help you apply and pay for a new birth certificate outside of the Lotus Program.
Community Navigators if you are in need of a bank.
Sudbury Legal Clinic if you are missing information.
Name two things that we can control?
Our actions, how much we spend ect
Is paying your rent considered a need or a want?
A need! Having a place to live is considered to be an essential!
Where is the closest food bank to the lotus program?
Flour Mill – Salvation Army Family Services
Location: 450 Notre Dame Ave .
Can "letting go of control" help reduce your stress
YES
Is it important to track your spending?
Yes! Tracking your spending may help you find ways to save! For example, if you go to the ATM at the gas station, it charges you 5 dollars to pull out cash. Overtime that will add up!
Do you have to make an appointment for the foodbank, or can you walk in?
They accept walk-ins at certain times of the day!
Walk-ins: Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 1:00 PM to 4:00PM
What is my favorite colour?
Green lol
Name 3 reason why making a budget is important?
Track your spending
Avoid running out of money
Avoid spending to much money on a certain category
Who can provide free bus passes?
Go give, Community Navs, Lotus if you are going to the food bank.