Special Needs Funding Coach

06/01/2026

Wednesday is the last public introductory webinar scheduled this summer. Join us if you are ready to learn about special needs financial planning or want a refresher. Please share with anyone who could benefit. https://nationallife.zoom.us/meeting/register/l3uDSR7yTpmwD8XQvd-Faw

06/01/2026

Reminder: Join Us for a FREE Online Class on Elopement Safety! 🌟

🗓 Date: Tomorrow, June 2nd, 2026
🕔 Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM EDT

Are you concerned about the safety of your loved ones? This class is designed for caregivers of children with developmental delays or disabilities, including autism. Learn practical strategies to reduce elopement risk, make your home safer, and what to do if your child becomes lost.

Registration is required—sign up today: https://ow.ly/pmbJ50Z6c6b

For any questions, feel free to reach out via email at [email protected] or call 513-636-2158.

Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and ensure the safety of your loved ones! 💙

06/01/2026

Thank you to Nico Riverso, CFP - Integrated Financial Concepts and Alex for representing us at Spectrum360's event this weekend! We appreciate all of our colleagues and organization partners very much!

05/27/2026

These are likely our last introductory webinars til fall. Feel free to join us and Easterseals DuPage & Fox Valley or Family Support Organization of Hunterdon, Somerset & Warren Counties. May 28, 7:30pm EDT: https://nationallife.zoom.us/meeting/register/HtrBqOZ0SPquknzjgTcBnw . June 3, 6:30pm EDT: https://nationallife.zoom.us/meeting/register/l3uDSR7yTpmwD8XQvd-Faw

05/27/2026

Please join us for this important conversation with Don and Dave Tssa about SSI! June 9, 8pm EDT https://nationallife.zoom.us/meeting/register/2em6j4YyRbWFbpZQrqyJtQ #/registration

If we are being completely honest… Social Security has been one of the most confusing things we have ever had to navigate for our son.

It is one of those topics most people do not take the time to fully understand until they suddenly need to understand it. And then once you are in it? It can feel overwhelming, complicated, and honestly… way over your head.

Our own process had hiccups and unexpected issues along the way. After months of trying to make sure we followed every rule, organized every document correctly, and handled every request properly, our son was ultimately approved only after intervention from a senior manager.

And even now, we are still learning.

We are currently navigating conversations regarding an alleged overpayment, and with each phone call and meeting we realize just how complicated this system truly is. Thankfully, we were recently connected with someone who understands this process far better than we do — and having guidance from someone knowledgeable has made a world of difference.

That is exactly why we wanted to host this webinar.

Do you have questions about Social Security?
Do you have a loved one approaching the age when they may qualify?
Are you feeling unsure about applications, documentation, rules, or what to expect?

Then this webinar is for you.

Join us on June 9th for an important and informative Zoom webinar focused on helping families better understand the Social Security process and avoid some of the pitfalls that can happen along the way.

Registration details will be posted in the comments.

05/27/2026

Let the COUNTDOWN Begin!

Only 5️⃣Days until the MOCEANS BEACH BASH 🌺🌴😎🐚
Vendors, LIVE Music, Arts & Crafts, Lifeguard Demos and more...

📆 Sunday, May 31st
⏰1-4pm
📍Long Branch Boardwalk

05/26/2026

May is National Water Safety Month! To help promote safe practices with water, this Thursday, DDD is hosting a webinar titled - "Staying Safe in the Water: Summer Water Safety Awareness for Adults with IDD" with presenters from the Children's Specialized Hospital.

For more information & to register, please go here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1956947534456050006

05/22/2026

05/21/2026

For our autism professional colleagues, these are amazing presenters...take advantage of the opportunity to learn from them (and earn CEUs) at no cost!

05/20/2026

If you love reading Bacon and Juiceboxes posts, check out their new podcast! We believe it will help so many families.

Launch Day! We are up and running!

You can find our podcast on Spotify, iHeart, Apple, and Deezer.

(I can't post direct links because Facebook is a butthead and will throttle this post. Just search for "Bacon and Juiceboxes").