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Habitat Seminole-Apopka offers free Foundations Workshops to all homeowners. The classes cover essential topics for homeownership and are taught by experts. Attend as many workshops as you want  by signing up for the sessions your choice.

upcoming workshops

1. Home and Lawn Part 1
In Person
Monday, July 14, 2025
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6:00 pm
ET

Home & Lawn Maintenance & Home Safety Part I

Learn all about the inner workings of a home and important things to take note of as a homeowner.
  • Locating the circuit breakers (Turning on and off).
  • Turning off and on all water valves (sinks and toilets).
  • Plumbing: Proper items to flush or put down the drain. How to use a plunger. How to install a toilet repair kit.
  • Rinsing the AC overflow with bleach or vinegar & water.
  • A/C Maintenance – changing your filter and clearing the condensation line.
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2. Home and Lawn Part 2
In Person
Monday, July 21, 2025
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6:00 pm
ET

Home Safety & Home Interior Design Part II

Learn about the inner workings of a home and important things to take note of as a homeowner.
  • Termite bond and pest control
  • Refrigerator maintenance.
  • Lawn maintenance.
  • Guidelines and ideas for decorating and furniture arrangements
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3. Septic Tank Maintenance
In Person
Monday, July 28, 2025
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6:00 pm
ET

Septic Tank Maintenance

You will learn inner working of your septic tank and how to keep it running smooth.
  • System Inspections
  • Leach Field Protection
  • Water usage and proper drain use
  • Septic Safe Products
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4. Wills Probate and Life Insurance
On Zoom
Monday, August 4, 2025
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6:30 pm
ET

Wills, Probate & Life Insurance

Understand the importance of having a will and the issues that might arise when a homeowner does not have a will.
  • Learn about legal organizations & resources in the community that might help you create a will.
  • Understand how the probate process works and how it might impact your family.
  • Learn why having life insurance is important.
  • Types of Life Insurance (Term, Whole, Variable). Where can I get life insurance?
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5. Homeowners Insurance
On Zoom
Monday, August 11, 2025
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6:30 pm
ET

Homeowner’s Insurance

Learn how to shop for homeowner’s insurance.
  • Understand your policy and coverages. Practical tips to help avoid losses.
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6. Civic Engagement Part 1
On Zoom
Monday, August 18, 2025
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6:30 pm
ET

Civic Engagement Part I

Why is civic engagement so important?
  • Obtain general knowledge about how to advocate on your own behalf regarding your neighborhood or community.
  • Learn the importance of applying for Homestead Exemption, what it is, and where to apply for it.
  • Learn about what makes up a property tax bill.
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7. Civic Engagement Part 2
On Zoom
Monday, August 25, 2025
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6:30 pm
ET

Civic Engagement Part II

Learn the importance of voting and where and how to register to vote in your community.
  • Learn how to find out who your elected representatives are and how to contact them at the local, state, and federal levels.
  • Learn where to find reliable and accurate information on candidates when it is time to vote, so that you are an educated voter.
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8. Mental Health Part 1
On Zoom
Monday, September 8, 2025
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6:30 pm
ET

Mental Health – Stress and Anger Management

Identifying and understanding symptoms and triggers of stress and anger. How to better manage our anger (BRISC – Break, Re-evaluate, Identify, Solve, and Communicate).
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9. Mental Health Part 2
On Zoom
Monday, September 15, 2025
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6:30 pm
ET

Mental Health – Coping with Sadness and Depression

Effective ways to cope with sadness and depression.
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10. Closing on Your Mortgage
On Zoom
Monday, September 22, 2025
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6:30 pm
ET

Closing on Your Mortgage and Zero Equivalent

What is involved when closing on your mortgage and what is zero equivalent?
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11. Down Payment Assistance
On Zoom
Monday, September 29, 2025
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6:30 pm
ET

Down Payment Assistance

Learn Down Payment minimum requirements and the application process.
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12. Nutrition
On Zoom
Monday, October 6, 2025
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6:30 pm
ET

Nutrition – Healthy Cooking on a Budget

How to shop and cook healthy meals. Eating Better on a Budget.
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Online financial literacy segment covering budgeting, savings, credit, etc.
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Banzai Financial Lessons*

Financial tools and lessons of your choice.
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HUD Approved Homebuyer Education Workshop*

Homebuyers will learn all the ins and outs of purchasing a home.
sign up through an approved HUD Organization

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251 Maitland Ave. Suite 312, 
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701

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Hours
Monday – Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30PM
Saturday & Sunday Closed

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