Consumer Services Guide (CSG)
Consumer Services Guide (CSG) Edition
The Consumer Services Guide is searchable directory of resources which can help you with consumer problems and questions. There are multiple editions of the 'Guide', some which deal with specific issues such as housing or credit. The full directory, the Consumer Service Guide Edition, provides access to all the resources collected by Consumer Action.Records Found: 227
- EDInfo Electronic Newsletter, (ED)
Join the EDInfo mailing list by: 1. Addressing an e-mail message to listproc@inet.ed.gov 2. Writing this (and nothing else) in the message: "subscribe" "EDInfo" yourfirstname yourlastname (for example "subscribe EDInfo John Doe"). If you have a signature block please turn it off. - Educational Resources Information Center, (ED)
Use this phone number to find out about the Educational Resources Information Center (ERIC) and the world's largest database of educational materials. Call to learn about new materials or receive referrals to other agencies. - Employees Benefits Security Administration - DOL
The Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) is committed to educating and assisting the 150 million Americans covered by the 730,000 private retirement plans and six million private health and welfare plans and the plan sponsors and members of the employee benefits community. EBSA promotes voluntary compliance and facilitates self-regulation, working diligently toprovide quality assistance to plan participants and beneficiaries. - Employment and Training Administration (ETA) - DOL
The Employment and Training Administration (ETA) administers federal government job training and worker dislocation programs, federal grants to states for public employment service programs, and unemployment insurance benefits. These services are primarily provided through state and local workforce development systems. - Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Clearinghouse, (DOE)
For information about conservation and renewable energy. - Energy Star Program, (EPA)
The ENERGY STAR label is awarded to products for the home and office that are highly energy efficient. Buying appliances, consumer electronics, lighting, heating and cooling equipment and their products that carry this label helps protect the environment and saves money as well. - Fair Housing Foundation
The purpose of the Fair Housing Foundation is to actively support and promote freedom of residence through education, advocacy, and litigation, to ensure that all persons have the opportunity to secure safe and decent housing that they desire and can afford, without regard to their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, familial status, marital status, disability, ancestry, age, source of income or other… - Fair Housing Hotline Project
Legal Services of Northern California (LSNC) operates the Fair Housing Hotline Project. You may call this hotline to obtain advice and assistance regarding: -Fair housing questions -Violations of fair housing laws -Fair housing fact sheets and other informational materials -Referrals to other sources for fair housing information -Referrals to other organizations that will help you with fair housing enforcement -Information and schedules about fair housing… - Families USA Foundation
The organization is committed to comprehensive reform of health and long-term care and works to educate and mobilize consumers on those issues. It has two grass roots advocacy networks - asap! and HealthLink USA - and develops and distributes publications as well. - Federal Aviation Administration (ASY-300), (DOT)
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is responsible for the safety of civil aviation. The FAA’s major roles include: regulating civil aviation to promote safety; encouraging and developing civil aeronautics, including new aviation technology; developing and operating a system of air traffic control and navigation for both civil and military aircraft; researching and developing the National Airspace System and civil aeronautics; developing and carrying out programs… - Federal Citizen Information Center (FCIC), (GSA)
Free information and publications on a variety of consumer issues. - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
For questions about Online Disaster Registration - FEMA Internet Registration Frequently Asked Questions or call 1-800-745-0243. For information about learning resources for parents and teachers, go to: http://www.fema.gov/kids/teacher.htm To order free FEMA publications, please call 1-800-480-2520. If you have medical questions about bioterrorism, contact your local public health officials or visit the Department of Health and Human Services web site at http://www.hhs.gov/hottopics/healing/biological.html. To report suspicious… - Federal Insurance Administration (FIA)
Call for additional resources and referrals to aid in floods. - Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), (DOT)
To assist consumers moving across State lines (Interstate), FMCSA has developed the following Web site section, http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/factsfigs/moving.htm. If you experience a problem with your motor carrier (mover), you can file a complaint by calling FMCSA’s 24-hour toll-free hotline (888-368-7238) or online at http://www.1-888-dot-saft.com. (Federal Relay Service for TTY: 1-800-877-8339) - Federal Student Aid Information Center, (ED)
If the student has already filed a free Application for Federal Student Aid, he or she can check the status of the application by calling (319) 337-5665. For Direct Loan toll-free services, including information about repayment options call: Direct Loan Origination Center Applicant Services 1-800-557-7394 Consolidation: 1-800-557-7392 TTY: 1-800-555-7395 School Relations: 1-800-848-0978 Additional websites: for students, www.ed.gov/studentaid for financial professionals, www.iafap.ed.gov for direct loans, www.ed.gov/DirectLoans - Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
Enforces federal consumer protection laws concerning false advertising, deceptive business practices, inaccurate credit reports and handles complaints regarding credit cards, failure of banks to disclose credit terms, denial of credit because of discrimination and inaccurate disclosure of credit reports. May be able to assist with problems of abusive collection agencies. - FinAid! The SmartStudent Guide to Financial Aid
Comprehensive guide to student financial aid. Discusses sources of financial aid, as well as tips on avoiding scams. - Fish and Wildlife Service - DOI
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) is the Department of Interior's (DOI) Bureau charged with the mission to conserve, protect, and enhance fish, wildlife, and plants and other habitats for the American people. - Food and Drug Administration (FDA), (HHS)
The FDA is responsible for protecting the public health by assuring the safety, efficacy, and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, medical devices, our nation’s food supply, cosmetics, and products that emit radiation. The FDA is also responsible for advancing the public health by helping to speed innovations that make medicines and foods more effective, safer, and more affordable; and helping the public… - Fresno County District Attorney
The Business Affairs Unit conducts investigations and prosecutions of consumer protection and fraud cases, business law violations, environmental law violations and major fraud. - General Services Administration (GSA)
GSA’s mission is to "help federal agencies better serve the public by offering, at best value, superior workplaces, expert solutions, acquisition services and management policies." GSA consists of the Federal Supply Service, the Federal Technology Service, the Public Buildings Service, the Office of Governmentwide Policy, and various Staff Offices. Eleven Regional Offices extend GSA’s outreach to federal customers nationwide. GSA Regional Offices are located in… - Geological Survey Service - DOI
Federal source for science about the Earth, its natural and living resources, natural hazards, and the environment. - Give.org
Website of the Better Business Bureau Wise Giving Alliance (combines the National Charities Information Bureau and the Philanthropical Advisory Service of the Better Business Bureau Foundation). Features summaries of 166 national charitable organizations evaluated using 23 accountability standards, as well as tips and a guide to wise giving. - GuideStar
Website of the Better Business Bureau Wise Giving Alliance (combines the National Charities Information Bureau and the Philanthropical Advisory Service of the Better Business Bureau Foundation). Features summaries of 166 national charitable organizations evaluated using 23 accountability standards, as well as tips and a guide to wise giving. - HALT: An Organization of Americans for Legal Reform
HALT's mission is to enable Americans to handle their legal affairs affordably, equitably, and simply. The organization publishes a series of self-help legal manuals, operates a legal information clearinghouse, and advocates for legal reforms which will benefit consumers.