SSSRA Family Resource Night August 2026

You are invited to attend SSSRA's Family Resource Night, featuring Dowling Legacy & Retirement.

Monday, August 31
6:00 pm
SSSRA
FREE

Securing Their Tomorrow: A Step-by-Step Guide to Special Needs Planning

Planning for the personal needs and long-term financial security of a loved one with a disability can easily feel overwhelming. While the process is complex, securing their future does not have to be an exhausting uphill battle. This seminar is designed to break down the essentials of special needs planning into clear, actionable steps, helping you proceed in an organized and stress-free fashion.

Whether you are a parent, sibling, spouse, or relative caring for a loved one of any age, this presentation will guide you through the vital basics of creating a balanced care strategy.

Together, we will explore practical solutions to align your family's current financial health with your loved one’s future legal and personal needs.

By taking the time to understand these fundamentals and learning how to access the right professional help, you can successfully build a protective framework that communicates your wishes clearly and gives your entire family lasting peace of mind.

What You Will Learn

• The Crucial Risks of Delayed Planning
• Balancing Present & Future Needs
• Building an All-In-One Strategy
• Navigating Changes & Communication

Meet Your Speaker

With over 35 years of experience, Ron is a Consultant and Certified Estate Planner (CEP) specializing in specialized Trusts for long-term care, Alzheimer’s, and special needs. His advanced asset-protection planning has earned him consecutive features in Forbes Magazine and recognition in Golf Digest. Ron and his wife, Karen, have co-authored two essential books, “A Guide to Getting Your House in Order” and “Don’t Go Broke In A Nursing Home,” sharing critical legal and tax strategies to help families secure quality healthcare without exhausting their assets.

Through educational workshops across the Chicago area, Ron is dedicated to empowering families with the specialized knowledge and trust strategies they need to protect their loved ones and gain lasting peace of mind.

SSSRA provides recreational opportunities to children and adults with disabilities or special needs. We are an extension of our member park districts and recreation and parks departments.