PART OF THE CIRCLE: Grief Circle Aims to Put Participants on Path to Healing

six-week group is a space for bereaved to talk about losing someone they love

No matter where we are on life’s journey, there is one path we will inevitably travel – likely repeatedly: the path of grief. Whether it’s the loss of a parent, a spouse, a child, or some other loved one that puts us on the path, it will be an emotional journey that may ...

How to Plan Ahead With Powers of Attorney

E.C. attorney answers questions about some vital documents you should have

It’s no exaggeration that most of of would rather think of anything else than about making challenging end-of-life decisions. But those decisions inevitably will have to be made ...

Best of the Chippewa Valley 2024: Resources to Help You Plan Ahead

readers say these are the best to help you get ready for the inevitable

Nothing is certain in life, the old saying goes, but death and taxes. And we’ll admit that, under most circumstances, neither subject is very uplifting to talk about. Nonetheless, both death and taxes – and the financial and legal intersection of the two – are critical ...

College Savings Program Offers Tax Savings Three Ways

deadline for Edvest contributions for 2023 tax year is April 15

The first day of spring is just around the corner. Not only can Wisconsinites look forward to flowers blooming and warmer weather, but they can also look forward to potentially saving on taxes with Edvest 529, Wisconsin’s direct-sold 529 college saving ...

UWEC Accounting Students to Offer Free Income Tax Help

appointments available beginning March 8 for income tax prep assistance

Beginning March 8, accounting students at UW-Eau Claire will provide free income tax return preparation through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, a service of the IRS and the Wisconsin Department of Revenue ...

Getting Help With Funeral Expenses

get help with these different aid avenues

Funeral and Cemetery Aids Program (WFCAP): Family members interested in funeral/burial assistance should speak with their funeral, cemetery, or crematory service provider...

Low-Cost Income Tax Prep

need help with your taxes? this option may be for you

Need help with your taxes without breaking the bank? Here is a free or low-cost income tax preparation option. The United Way is offering MyFreeTaxes.com, a free online tax filing software program for those with an income of less than $73,000 in ...

What to Do When a Loved One Passes Away

so many changes happen when losing a loved one, here’s what you should know

When a spouse or loved one passes away, it can be a very difficult time for the family. Here is a non-exclusive list of actions that may help a family get started on finalizing the decedent’s affairs. Each situation is different and this is just a simple guide of ...

Coffee, Cake, and Conversation About Death: Welcome to Death Café

monthly event in downtown E.C. chats death in a casual space

Coffee, cake, and conversation about death. Who would’ve thought those three things could pair so well together? Death Café is a monthly meet-up event at Racy D’Lenes Coffee Lounge in downtown Eau Claire where people can get together to snack ...

CVTC, RCU Offering Free Tax Assistance

for those meeting certain requirements, free tax help is being offered this year

Free assistance is provided to anyone with an adjusted gross annual income of $66,000 or less including disabled, non-English-speaking, senior citizens, and special needs taxpayers ...