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Don't Get Mad - Get Wealthy Creating generational wealth through financial tools and literacy. Chrishon R. Her commitment to service extends to her long-standing involvement with St.

Lucien is an experienced healthcare professional, licensed financial and tax expert, and dedicated community servant. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Chicago State University, a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Roosevelt University, and a Master’s in Healthcare Administration from National Louis University. Currently, Chrishon serves as the Lead Navigator at The Care Plan

, where she plays a pivotal role in overseeing client care and guiding a team of Care Navigators. In her leadership capacity, she manages a caseload, ensures the delivery of exceptional care, provides training and coaching for new staff, and leads meetings to drive strategic initiatives. Chrishon also represents The Care Plan at networking events and collaborates with the leadership team to shape company policies, procedures, and growth. In addition to her work in healthcare, Chrishon is a Licensed Financial and Tax Professional with over three years of experience providing financial and tax services. She brings her expertise in financial planning, tax preparation, and advising clients on their financial health, offering tailored solutions that align with their goals and objectives. Chrishon is also an Illinois Notary Public, where she assists with the authentication of documents and ensures that legal and business transactions are properly executed, further expanding her professional services. Before joining The Care Plan, Chrishon gained valuable experience as a Certified Medical Assistant at the Will County Health Department in the OB-Gyne Department, where she was responsible for patient intake, performing point-of-care testing, administering vaccines, and managing patient care. She also served on the Health Committee and contributed to the Adolescent and Code Blue teams. Chrishon’s healthcare career includes working as a Certified Medical Assistant at Rush University Medical Center's School-Based Health Center at Orr Academy High School, and later supporting both the school-based clinic and Title X Program at Simpson Academy for Young Women. With over ten years of experience in early childhood development, Chrishon served as a Developmental Therapist and State Evaluator for the Illinois Early Intervention Program, providing developmental therapy and support for children ages birth to three. She also worked as a Clinical Therapist Intern at Linden Oaks Hospital in Naperville, where she provided psychotherapy, conducted assessments, and assisted in discharge planning. In her tenure with the State of Illinois, Chrishon served as an Office Administrator for the Department of Public Health for six years and as an assistant to the director at the Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities for four years. Chrishon is also a certified Bereavement Minister, offering grief support to families within Early Intervention and her local community. Additionally, she has completed 40 hours of domestic violence and r**e advocacy training and worked on the crisis hotline for an emergency shelter for battered women. A dedicated veteran, Chrishon served in the United States Army Reserve for eight years. Dorothy Church, where she has held several leadership positions, including President of the Ladies Guild, Recording Secretary for the Knights of Peter Claver Ladies Auxiliary Court 158, and Minister of Consolation. She also served as Financial Secretary on the St. Dorothy School Board for over 10 years. Through her diverse professional roles and community involvement, Chrishon remains deeply committed to making a positive impact on the lives of children, adolescents, seniors, and families, all while continuing to provide compassionate care, sound financial advice, and unwavering community service.

Financial Life Vest - Day 6Question:What kind of insurance protects your family’s income?A. HealthB. AutoC. Life Insuran...
04/13/2026

Financial Life Vest - Day 6

Question:
What kind of insurance protects your family’s income?

A. Health
B. Auto
C. Life Insurance
D. Renters

✅ Answer: C. Life Insurance

💡 Why:
Life insurance replaces income, protects loved ones,
and prevents financial devastation.

📚 Resource:
Ask yourself: If your income stopped today—what happens next?

POST: COVERED or NEED COVERAGE

Financial Life Vest - Day 5👉 Question:What is the BEST way to build savings?A. Save what’s leftB. Save occasionallyC. Sa...
04/10/2026

Financial Life Vest - Day 5

👉 Question:
What is the BEST way to build savings?

A. Save what’s left
B. Save occasionally
C. Save consistently
D. Don’t save

✅ Answer: C. Save consistently

💡 Why:
Wealth isn’t built randomly—it’s built consistently.

📚 Action: Automate your savings today.

💬 Comment: CONSISTENT

Financial Life Vest - Day 4👉 Question:What type of debt hurts you the MOST?A. MortgageB. Student loansC. High-interest c...
04/10/2026

Financial Life Vest - Day 4

👉 Question:
What type of debt hurts you the MOST?

A. Mortgage
B. Student loans
C. High-interest credit cards
D. Business loans

✅ Answer: C. High-interest credit cards

💡 Why:
Interest compounds against you—keeping you stuck.

📚 Action: Pay off highest interest first.

💬 Comment: RESET

Financial Life Vest - Day 3👉 Question:What is the MAIN purpose of an emergency fund?A. InvestingB. SpendingC. Protection...
04/08/2026

Financial Life Vest - Day 3

👉 Question:
What is the MAIN purpose of an emergency fund?

A. Investing
B. Spending
C. Protection from unexpected expenses
D. Paying bills

✅ Answer: C. Protection from unexpected expenses

💡 Why:
Emergencies don’t wait—and without savings, they turn into debt.

📚 Action: Start your first $500 this week.

💬 Comment: SAFE

Financial Life Vest – Day 2👉 Question:WHY are so many Americans living paycheck to paycheck?A. People don’t work hardB. ...
04/07/2026

Financial Life Vest – Day 2

👉 Question:
WHY are so many Americans living paycheck to paycheck?

A. People don’t work hard
B. Expenses are rising faster than income
C. Everyone has too much debt
D. People don’t make enough money

💡 Why this is true in today’s U.S. economy:

In today’s economy, the problem isn’t just income…
it’s the gap between income and expenses.

📊 Studies show that over 50–60% of Americans report living paycheck to paycheck

And here’s why:

📈 Costs are rising:

Housing
Groceries
Utilities
Healthcare

📉 But income growth hasn’t kept up:

Wages are increasing slower than inflation
Many households are spending most of what they earn just to survive

💭 What this really means:

This is NOT just a money problem…
It’s a strategy and structure problem.

Without:
✔ Budgeting
✔ Planning
✔ Protection

Even higher income can still feel like “not enough.”

📚 Resource (Take Action Today):
Write down your top 5 monthly expenses
→ Then ask: Which of these can I control, reduce, or restructure?

💬 Comment: “CONTROL”

✅ANSWER: B. Expenses are rising faster than income

🛟 Financial Life Vest – Day 1: Are You Financially Staying Afloat or Drowning?What percentage of Americans are living pa...
04/07/2026

🛟 Financial Life Vest – Day 1: Are You Financially Staying Afloat or Drowning?

What percentage of Americans are living paycheck to paycheck?

A. 25%
B. 40%
C. 60%
D. 75%

✅ Answer: C. Around 60%

💡 Why this is true in today’s economy:

In the U.S., the cost of living continues to rise—
but income hasn’t kept up at the same pace.

📈 Inflation has increased the cost of:

Housing
Groceries
Gas
Healthcare

At the same time:
❌ Wages haven’t grown fast enough
❌ Many people rely on credit to fill gaps
❌ Emergency savings are low or nonexistent

So even people who are working…
are still financially stretched.

💭 What this really means:

Most people don’t have a money problem—
they have a strategy problem.

And without a plan, income will always feel like it’s not enough.

📚 Resource (Take Action Today):
Track every dollar you spend for the next 3 days.
Awareness is the first step to control.

💬 Comment: “DAY 1”

04/02/2026

Welcome to Financial Literacy Month. We’re launching a powerful series called: “Financial Life Vest”

Because let’s be real…
In today’s economy, it’s easy to feel like you’re drowning financially.

Bills. Inflation. Unexpected expenses.
No plan. No protection.

💡 But here’s the truth:
You don’t have to drown… when you have the right tools.

🛟 What This Series Will Do for You

Every single day in April, you’ll get:

✔ A Daily Financial Question & Answer
✔ A Simple Explanation (so you actually understand it)
✔ A Visual Graphic to reinforce the concept
✔ A Resource or Tip you can apply immediately

🎯 What We’re Covering
Financial Literacy
Stability & Budgeting
Emergency Funds
Wealth Building
Protection Strategies
Retirement Planning

This series is here to educate, empower, and position you to win financially.

🚀 Get Ready

Starting tomorrow:
📊 Daily questions
🧠 Real knowledge
💰 Real strategies

💬 Comment: “I’M READY”

APRIL - FINANCIAL LITERACY MONTH DOWNLOADING.........
03/31/2026

APRIL - FINANCIAL LITERACY MONTH DOWNLOADING.........

April is almost here—and we’re about to change how you think about money.Let me ask you something:👉 Do you have a real f...
03/31/2026

April is almost here—and we’re about to change how you think about money.

Let me ask you something:

👉 Do you have a real financial plan?
👉 Or are you just hoping things work out?

Because hope is not a strategy.

🛟 This April, we’re launching:

Financial Life Vest

A daily series designed to help you:
✔ Stop guessing
✔ Start planning
✔ Build real financial stability

💬 Comment: READY

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