Related Web Sites
General
Consumer.gov
Consumer information from the federal government is provided on a variety
of topics. Participating agencies include the FTC, FDA, and AOA.
Consumer
Information Center
This site features consumer education publications published by government
agencies. Publications can be viewed online or purchased online.
Cooperative
State Research, Education and Extension Service
CSREES has research and education information about many subjects as well
as staff specialists who can answer your questions or refer you to someone
at the state or county level who has the information you need.
Federal
Trade Commission
The Federal Trade Commission site provides information about consumer
protection and economic issues. Extensive consumer protection publications
are available online.
FirstGov
The first-ever government Web site to provide the public with easy, one-stop
access to all online U.S. Federal Government resources.
Illinois
Attorney General
This site contains links to many consumer issues such as publications,
news releases, and legislation.
Illinois
Department of Public Health
This site contains fact sheets on a variety of topics including environmental,
air quality and safety issues.
National
Foundation for Credit Counseling
The National Foundation for Credit Counseling is a not-for-profit organization
that provides links for assistance to people dealing with stressful financial
situations.
State
of Illinois Insurance Information
Contains information and fact sheets on homeowners insurance.
Everyday Living
Carpet
and Rug Institute
Information on the carpet industry includes selecting carpet and rugs,
care and cleaning of carpet, and installation of carpet.
Consumer
Product Safety Commission
The Consumer Product Safety Commission is an independent Federal regulatory
agency that helps keep American families safe by reducing the risk of
injury or death from consumer products. Product recalls are provided on
everything from coffee makers to lawn mowers.
Energy
Savers
This information shows you how easy it is to reduce your home energy use.
It is a guide to easy, practical solutions for saving energy throughout
your home, from the insulating system that surrounds it to the appliances
and lights inside.
FabricLink
Educational information regarding fabrics, apparel, and home care. The
site provides laundry tips, stain removal guides, information about reading
clothing labels and care symbols, as well as information about carpet
and upholstery care.
Safe
Electricity
Information regarding electrical safety in the home.
U.S.
Department of Energy, Consumer Energy Information
This site provides information on energy efficiency and renewable energy.
Fact sheets, energy tips, access to energy experts, and a glossary of
terms are available.
Health Care Decisions
Illinois
Rural Health Workshop
The Illinois Rural Health Workshop, a program of University of Illinois
Extension, promotes access to health care services of rural Illinoisans.
Medicare
Information on health plans, nursing homes, dialysis facilities, Medigap
policies, contacts, Medicare activities, participating physicians and
prescription drug assistance programs is provided in English and Spanish.
The site allows the consumer to search and compare information.
U.S.
Department of Health and Human Services National Institutes of Health
Publications are provided on various health topics from the National Institutes
of Health. Organizations providing information include the National Cancer
Institute, National Eye Institute, National Institute on Aging and numerous
others.
Housing Decisions
U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development
General information is provided on purchasing a home, protecting you as
a consumer, and maintaining a healthy home.
Money Management
Internal
Revenue Service
The IRS site features forms, publications, and other information related
to federal income taxes.
Retirement Planning/Investments
American
Association of Individual Investors
Includes in-depth information on a variety of investment topics for investors.
American
Association of Retired Persons
AARP provides information and resources; advocates on legislative, consumer,
and legal issues; assists members to serve their communities; and offers
a wide range of unique benefits, special products, and services for members.
Financial
Planning Association
Provides information on helping consumers find a financial planner and
certified financial planner credentials.
Financial
Security in Later Life: A Cooperative Extension Initiative
Find out about Cooperative Extension programs across the nation to help
you plan for your retirement and financial security.
National
Association of Personal Financial Advisors
Provides information to consumers on finding a financial planner near
them.
Social
Security Administration
The official Web site of the Social Security Administration provides information
about social security, Medicare and disability benefits.
Smart Shopping
Illinois
Electric Council
Illinois Electric Council is an Illinois non-profit corporation that provides
a framework through which the University of Illinois, investor-owned utilities,
and electric cooperatives develop educational programs and research activities
designed to promote effective, efficient, and safe use of electric energy
by consumers. This site includes several useful fact sheets for consumers.
Teacher Resources
Jump$tart
Coalition
The Jump$tart Coalition evaluates the financial literacy of young adults
and promotes the teaching of personal finance for grades k-12.
National
Endowment for Financial Education (NEFE)
NEFE helps all Americans acquire the information and skills needed to
take control of their personal finances. For example, NEFE sponsors the
High School Financial Planning Program.
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Consumer and Family Economics
Department of Agricultural and
Consumer Economics
University of Illinois
Extension
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign