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We wish you and your famalies the happiest of holidays! Our offices are closed from December 24 - January 3. We will reopen on January 4th.

COVID-19

Mar 19th, 2020

Every hour of every day, United Way of Southwest Alabama 2-1-1 helps people navigate and connect to critical health, social, and disaster services. As our...

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United Way 211 and Lifelines Counseling Offering Free Tax Prep Solutions

Mar 10th, 2020

Filing your taxes each year can be stressful so Consumer Credit Counseling Services would like to share with you some tools to help you reach...

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Lifelines Counseling Services Now Offering Emergency Solutions Grant funding through 211

Mar 10th, 2020

Are you at risk of losing your home?Have you received an eviction notice?We may have a solution for you!Through a grant with the City...

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The Cons of Saving

Mar 2nd, 2020

 Saving sometimes may have you feeling as if that money that was put away will be needed now. However, there are perks in saving! Liquidity,...

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5 Ways To Prepare For Your Financial Future

Feb 17th, 2020

Here are five ways to prepare financially for the future starting today. First, create a monthly budget. Start paying down...

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Now Accepting School Supplies for the Back To School Bash

Jul 23rd, 2019

Each year the Mobile Saenger Theatre partners with a local non-profit to collect needed wishlist items and cash donations for the organization at all...

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Chandra Brown, Executive Director of Lifelines Counseling Services, in the Leadership Alabama Class XXX

Jun 28th, 2019

2019 – Press Release for Leadership Alabama Class XXXFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECONTACT PERSON: KATE COTTON, EXECUTIVE...

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May Is Mental Health Month Marks 70 Years

Apr 30th, 2019

When you or someone you love is dealing with a mental health concern, sometimes it’s a lot to handle. It’s important to remember that mental...

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Lifelines Counseling Services Achieves National Accreditation through the Council on Accreditation (COA)

Apr 23rd, 2019

I am delighted to inform you that Lifelines Counseling Services has achieved national accreditation through the Council on Accreditation (COA). COA...

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How You Can Be An Agent Of Change: Sexual Assault Awareness

Mar 25th, 2019

As we approach Sexual Assault Awareness Month, we want to urge you to help us make a change in the rape culture of our society, starting with the culture...

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Financial Literacy Month Events 2019

Apr 15th, 2019

April is Financial Literacy Awareness Month and Consumer Credit Counseling Services has two great events planned for the 2019 year  Free...

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Life Insurance Workshop At Consumer Credit Counseling Services Oct 15th

Oct 1st, 2018

Find the Right Life Insurance for You and Your FamilyThroughout your life, events like marriage, the birth of your children, and retirement change your...

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Strong African American Families (SAAF) Program Now Open!

Oct 1st, 2018

Strong African American Families Program Now Open To Youth Age 10 -14 & ParentsWould you like to learn more about building a stronger relationship...

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Apply Now for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Before It's Too Late

Sep 17th, 2018

If you have Direct Federal Student loans, Direct Subsidized Loans, Direct Unsubsidized Loans Direct PLUS Loans (for Parent PLUS borrowers, the parent must...

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Rape Crisis Center Teams Up For Angel Shot Program

Jun 1st, 2018

The Angel Shot Program is an effort of the Rape Crisis Center, a program of Lifelines Counseling Service, and local area bars/restaurants. The Angel...

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Make Plans To Attend The Alabama Alliance for Economic Inclusion (AEI) Conference 2018

Aug 15th, 2018

Make Plans To Attend The Alabama Alliance for Economic Inclusion (AEI) Conference 2018The Alabama Asset Building Coalition is hosting this...

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Helping Children Cope With Divorce

Jan 25th, 2018

Lifelines Counseling Services offers a transparenting course to help children during the parent's divorce. This is a four-hour educational program about...

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Homeowners Guide To Success

Jan 22nd, 2018

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development today released the Homeowners Guide to Success as part of a public-private partnership between federal...

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Saving Money During The Holidays

Dec 6th, 2017

If you are like most Americans, you spend more than you'd like during the holidays. With family gifts and work office parties, the debt just seems to...

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Back To School Supply Giveaway For The Thinkers of Tomorrow

Jul 25th, 2017

Lifelines Counseling Services and Hummingbird Ideas are excited to host a back to school supply giveaway on Saturday, July 29th, starting at 8 a.m. in the...

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We are here to assist you!

May 16th, 2017

Lifelines Counseling Services is here to assist you with Real Solutions for Real Problems. There are traditional and alternative methods to provide for...

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National Academies Gulf Research Program Awards $3.2 Million in Capacity-Building Grants to Benefit Coastal Communities

May 15th, 2017

WASHINGTON – The Gulf Research Program of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine announced today the recipients of 12...

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April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Apr 23rd, 2017

On Thursday, April 20, 2017, the Mobile County Commission declared April - Sexual Assault Awareness Month. In 2016, The Rape Crisis Center provided...

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2017 Financial Trends Survey

Apr 23rd, 2017

NFCC® Annual Survey Reveals Return to Higher Household Credit Card Debt and Other Troubling Financial Trends Americans show increased concerns over...

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Books, Blocks and Balls

Apr 5th, 2017

Join us on Saturday, April 8 for a free development screening event for families with children 1 month to 5 1/2 years old. Refreshments are provided. The...

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Finanical Education Blitz

Apr 23rd, 2017

April is Financial Literacy Month. In collaboration with the local libraries, our CCCS Counselor, Monica Wiggins, and local financial experts will educate...

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2nd Annual Rape Crisis Center Luncheon

Apr 5th, 2017

Join us for the 2nd Annual Rape Crisis Center Luncheon on April 20th. It begins at 11:30 a.m., at Byrne Hall on Spring Hill College Campus. Becca Stevens,...

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When Children Hurt From A Parents Divorce: What You Can Do

Jan 11th, 2017

Many times a divorce can have much more impact on the children than is thought. It is never the intention of the parent to cause our children harm and...

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The Promise Initiative for Sexual Assault Survivors

Dec 5th, 2016

Together, the Mobile Police Department, Mobile County District Attorney’s Office, and Lifelines Counseling Services/The Rape Crisis Center have created...

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Less Than 60 Days Until Making Home Affordable Program Deadline!

Nov 28th, 2016

Less Than 60 Days Until MHA Program Deadline Homeowners have less than 60 days to apply for mortgage assistance through the Making Home Affordable...

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Free Lunch & Learn with South Alabama Volunteer Lawyers

Nov 14th, 2016

Join us for a free lunch & learn on December 5, 12-1:30 pm. Our certified housing counselor and a volunteer lawyer will be available to help answer your...

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Consumer Credit Counseling Services of Mobile Attending NFCC Connect

Sep 26th, 2016

Members of Consumer Credit Counseling Services and Lifelines Counseling Services staff are attending this year's NFCC Connect in Arlington, VA starting...

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Gov. Bentley awards grants to aid crime victims in southwest Alabama

Sep 26th, 2016

Gov. Robert Bentley has awarded grants totaling $277,394 to help the Family Counseling Center of Mobile support victims of crime and their families.The...

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September Free Financial Workshops

Aug 24th, 2016

Want to know more about how to handle your finances? Take a look at our upcoming workshops and see which one could benefit you.Consumer...

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Lunch & Learn

Aug 2nd, 2016

Join Consumer Credit Counseling Services for an upcoming Lunch & Learn! On August 24th, from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Lifelines Counseling Services' offices...

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How To Know Your Rights As A Consumer Against Debt Collectors

Oct 13th, 2016

Having debt is not a crime or necessarily a bad thing, although some people think otherwise. So when it comes to debt collections a debtor shouldn't be...

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Brushes & Bubbly Fundraiser for Lifelines Counseling Services

Jul 5th, 2016

Join us Sunday July 10th from 1- 3 p.m. a Moe's BBQ Downtown!Lifelines Counseling Services, a United Way agency, is hosting 'Brushes & Bubbly', a...

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Volunteers Needed for United Way of Southwest Alabama 2-1-1

Jun 14th, 2016

Are you looking for a meaningful way to impact our community?United Way of Southwest Alabama's 2-1-1 is looking for volunteers to work in their Call...

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Changing The Rape Culture In Our Society Starts With You

Jun 14th, 2016

Over the past week Rape Crisis of Mobile, a program of Lifelines Counseling Services, has been aware of numerous postings on social media and comments...

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Ladies, Are You Ready For Retirement?

Jun 3rd, 2016

Sometimes life gets too busy all that's thought about is present financial responsibilities and never the future obstacles ahead. As we recently read in an...

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Help Our Youth Programs This Summer!

Jun 1st, 2016

Lifelines Counseling Services works throughout our community to help families through counseling and education. Our goal is to not only help the families...

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Free Financial Workshops through Consumer Credit Counseling Services

May 23rd, 2016

Consumer Credit Counseling Services offers monthly free workshops covering a variety of topics. It is important to us that the community learns about these...

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Mental Health First Aid Training!

May 23rd, 2016

Join us for an upcoming Mental Health First Aid Training. Mental Health First Aid is a public education program that introduces participants to risk...

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Scam Gram! May 2016

May 19th, 2016

Don't be fooled by "Get Rich Quick" Job Postings, Even on Trusted employer websites.It's hard enough to find meaningful work in this economy. It...

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Want to know more about Student Loan Counseling?

May 18th, 2016

You've borrowed money for college and now you are close or already preparing to start paying it all back. This doesn't have to be a confusing or hard...

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What's the difference between Debt Management & Debt Consolidation?

May 17th, 2016

Managing Debt Doesn't Have To Be Confusing.Dealing with debt is not only frustrating at times but also confusing. There are different options for...

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CDC Reports Increase In U.S. Suicide Rate

May 3rd, 2016

THE NATIONAL ACTION ALLIANCE FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION RESPONDS TO NEW CDC REPORTSuicide Rate Increase of 24% documented from 1999-2014A joint statement...

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Sign Up For the myRA Retirement Savings Account Now!

Apr 8th, 2016

If you don't have access to a retirement savings plan at work or don't know how to save, we can help! The myRA was developed by the U.S. Department of the...

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Join us for our Open House! April 28th!

Apr 7th, 2016

Everyone is invited to our Open House!Join us to meet our Consumer Credit Services counselors and learn more about services offered to you. Sign up for a...

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Sexual Assault Awareness Month- Prevention Is Possible

Mar 9th, 2016

Nationally, April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). The goal of SAAM is to raise public awareness about sexual violence and educate communities on...

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Join us for the 7th Annual Kickball Tournament

Jan 19th, 2016

April 2016 is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and the Rape Crisis Center’s 40th anniversary. We will be hosting several community awareness events...

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Giving Tuesday and Our Holiday Giving Campaign

Nov 6th, 2015

HOLIDAY GIVING CAMPAIGN BENEFITING LIFELINES COUNSELING SERVICESFrom October 1st to December 1st, Family Counseling Center of Mobile (dba Lifelines...

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Our Executive Director speaks to University of South Alabama students about Domestic Violence

Oct 30th, 2015

The month of October is usually a big month for everyone to show their support for Breast Cancer research and making sure women get regular check-ups....

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Our 2-1-1 Line And Kudos

Oct 23rd, 2015

Lifelines Counseling Services takes pride in being able to offer the community help and assistance, especially when they need it most. That's why it's...

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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Oct 14th, 2015

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month! Our agency services are here to help you or your family if you struggle with the trauma from abuse....

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Homebuyer Opportunities

Oct 6th, 2015

Housing Counseling – CCCS offers necessary counseling and education to help own your own home or continue owning your home. One-on-one sessions last...

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Talking Finances with Kelly Jones, Local NBC 15 News

Aug 27th, 2015

Lately the news coverage has been about budget shortfalls and stock market plunges. Recently, our own, Sarah Bumgarner, Marketing Manager, was able to talk...

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Paint The Town Fundraiser Event

Aug 25th, 2015

Join us on September 23rd at Moe's BBQ Downtown from 6-8 pm.Our upcoming ‘Paint The Town’ paint party & shopping fundraiser is a great way to...

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Survivors of Suicide

Aug 11th, 2015

Survivors of Suicide is a support group for loved ones of suicide victims. We want to offer you a way to cope with tragedy you have experienced. This group...

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Circle of HOPE – Hold On, Pain Ends

Aug 11th, 2015

Sexual Violence (rape, sexual assault, sexual abuse), whether occurring in childhood or your adult life, takes a toll on your psyche. Lifelines Counseling...

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Life Interrupted

Aug 11th, 2015

Facilitated by our therapist, Kathy Clarke M.A., we understand the infertility process takes a toll on our bodies and more. If you are going through this...

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Back To School

Aug 10th, 2015

This time of year is often a transition for families, whether your child is going back to school or leaving the nest. Starting a new routine and getting in...

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2014 Annual Meeting Success

Aug 3rd, 2015

Lifelines Counseling Services held their annual meeting in June at the American Red Cross headquarters. Several board members, staff and community partners...

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Consumer Credit Counseling Offers Financial Help!

Jul 29th, 2015

If you are like most people, it seems these days money is spent faster than it's made. Which makes you wonder, where does it all go? Well, our credit...

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Watch us on Studio 10!

Jul 27th, 2015

Lifelines Counseling is very excited to start ou newest class, How Not To Fall For A Jerk/Jerkette! Recently, class instructor, Julianne Jakson, M.Ed, MS,...

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How To Not Fall For A Jerk

Jul 16th, 2015

Are you tired of falling for the wrong one? Or wasting time on one you think is the right one?Our newest program can help! Learn skills to follow your...

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Breadwinner Moms, Make the Call

Jul 7th, 2015

When you just can’t seem to get out from under your bills and your family’s future is becoming harder to focus on, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and...

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Don't Let Debt Keep You Down Soldier!

Jul 2nd, 2015

Struggling with debt is bad enough, whether you are a veteran or are about to transition into civilian life; but when you're actively deployed, it can...

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Council on Accreditation Recognition

May 7th, 2013

On April 18, 2013, the Council on Accreditation For Children and Families, Inc. recognized Lifelines Counseling Services for the excellence of our quality...

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Marketing Manager Position

Jan 5th, 2015

The Marketing Manager will oversee the creation and implementation of an integrated marketing, communication and business development effort to advance and...

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Lifelines Counseling Services Continues Community Impact.

Jun 27th, 2012

During 2012, Lifelines empowered 34,590 individuals to live more fulfilling lives. By building stronger individuals and families, we made great strides...

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Free Financial Literacy Workshops

Jan 5th, 2015

Join us for free workshops to empower you and your family to build a stronger financial foundation. All workshops are held at the Lifelines Counseling...

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