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My Well-Being Making Choices On A Budget Now that you’re getting out, you may be start-
There are many ways to set up a household ing with very few possessions. Many people Reentry
Your home is often a reflection of your personal and still save money. Here are some ideas for start out living with family or friends, but Life Skills
most people want the freedom to live on their
well-being. lowering your expenses: own. This pamphlet gives you information on No. 14
8 Keep your home clean Saving on Utilities the basic items needed to get you set up in
8 Organize your areas so you have space to Turn off lights, TVs, and electronics when your own household. It also provides tips on
relax and space to work. not in use. how to get organized to save time and make
8 Pick up your cluttered areas and put things In the winter, turn down the thermostat by good choices while on a budget.
away. You’ll feel better. 3-5 degrees at night and when you leave The skills you use to get organized and succeed in your personal life can also
8 Set goals for purchasing things for your your home during the day. help you at work. Many employers find people don’t have problems doing their
household. Purchase new appliances when possible. jobs, but they fail when problems from their personal life interfere. Setting up
routines and getting your household in order can help you be better prepared
8 Invite friends and family to your new home New appliances use less energy than older for work. Where you live may be inspected by case workers and officers of the
and enjoy sharing your space. appliances and can save you money in the courts to make sure it is a good living environment.
long run.
Shopping Tips Reality: What to Expect
Comparison shop – Check more than one store Use coupons – You can Start-up Expenses Household Setting Up Your New
when possible- they do charge differently. find coupons in ads, Rent - You may be required to
Convenience stores usually charge more than newspapers, and online. Check for stores 8 You may not be able to afford your pay the last month’s rent as a
grocery stores. that offer double or triple coupons, where own place at first. If you move in deposit at the same time you
Buy food and supplies in bulk – Compare the the coupon is worth two or three times as with someone else, make sure you pay your first month’s rent.
prices of buying different sizes of the same much as the face value. choose someone who doesn’t have Utilities:
item. Smaller sizes may cost less, but the larger Check out Grocery Ads– Grocery stores bad habits. A roommate who has a
sizes may provide more product for a better have a weekly ad listing their specials. drug problem or makes you late for Electricity
value. Check the price comparisons by portion, Plan your grocery list around what is on work, isn’t going to help you. Natural gas
ounce, or unit cost. Don’t purchase larger sizes sale this week at the store. View ads in the 8 Don’t fall into a trap with money. Water, sewer, trash pickup
unless you will use them before they spoil. newspaper, fliers, in the store, and online. Make sure you have the basics Telephone
to take care of yourself and your
family, but watch your expenses. Cable service (TV, Internet)
Learnovation, LLC’s mission is to empower people Some of these services may
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www.learnovation.com life skills working together to bring out the best in when you are starting out. have these turned on before
people. you move in.
