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On June 13, I spoke twice at the 10th Anniversary Family Cafe Conference in Orlando, FL. This was the first time I attended this amazing statewide conference designed to meet the informational and networking needs of individuals with disabilities or special health care needs and their families. I can attest that this event provides a truly unique environment, where Floridians can attend educational breakout sessions relevant to their specific needs, interact with government policy makers, network with other families and learn about the wide range of services available to them. Information on the widest range of topics was at the attendees’ fingertips, from financial planning to outfitting a van with wheelchair accessible equipment, from legal advice to care giving. The speakers were top-notch as was the quality of the information and products.
Two things in particular made lasting impressions. First, the conference was able to address the needs of so many different populations including adults with disabilities, parents of children with disabilities, children with parents with disabilities and so on. It is very difficult to maneuver through daily life and the challenges faced by these groups. By bringing everyone together, under one roof, this event made things a little bit easier.
The second thing that impressed me was that the conference is extremely kid-friendly, reducing parents’ stress and maximizing the quality of time they spend at the conference. The Disney setting is intrinsically exciting for children and allows parents to take turns attending sessions and enjoying time with the children.
Some of the topics I addressed included Special Needs Trusts, Supplemental Income Trusts and Longevity Planning, or ways to address the complex legal and financial issues faced by individuals with disabilities or special health care needs and their families. I was very glad to be a part of this event. It truly makes the road easier for those who travel it every day. I look forward to attending next year.
– Ellen Morris, Esq.
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