Ep. 77 - Financial Planning for Children with a Disability: Two J.P. Morgan Moms Share their Personal Experience

Ep. 77 - Financial Planning for Children with a Disability: Two J.P. Morgan Moms Share their Personal Experience

Author: Local Moms Network April 28, 2026 Duration: 25:11
Moms, so much of parenthood is planning…from what to feed our children, to where they should go to school, and ultimately, how to prepare them to leave home and start their own lives.For parents of a child with a disability, these layers are more complex because they include decisions about long-term care. And this requires a unique approach to financial planning.On MomCast today, two incredible moms and private bankers with J.P. Morgan join us to share the support network they’ve built and the financial considerations they’re managing. Meghan Thornton and Kristine Augenthaler are based in Fairfield County, CT but are passionate about helping parents across the country. They introduce us to their families and take us behind their own financial strategies, plus:*why having a special needs child requires planning for two lifetimes: their own and that of their child*the challenge of finding a diagnosis and then accepting the nuances of education and healthcare that follow*finding strength through one another, then helping other families navigate the unknown*how to build a team of trusted professionals, including education advocates, financial planners, attorneys, and more*the launch of a new program within J.P. Morgan to share to the tools Meghan and Kristine have builtIf you’re interested in attending the June event in Fairfield County, CT, or want to learn more about planning strategies for your child, please email meghan.e.thornton@jpmorgan.com or kristine.augenthaler@jpmorgan.com. You can also find Kristine and Meghan on LinkedIn.Find us at www.thelocalmomsnetwork.comIG: @thelocalmomsnetworkEmail: demetra@thelocalmomsnetwork.comPodcast facilities provided by Stamford Studios Digital Factory.

Hosted by Demetra Ganias-a writer and mother of three who’s navigating the same daily realities-MomCast is a conversation from the trenches of modern parenting. This podcast, from the Local Moms Network, moves beyond simple tips to explore the nuanced, often unspoken layers of family life, culture, and society that shape our days. Demetra guides honest talks with both leading experts and fellow moms who get it, tackling questions about child development, personal identity, and the balancing act that rarely feels balanced. The dialogue here is less about perfect answers and more about shared understanding, offering perspectives that resonate whether you’re in the car line or stealing a quiet moment. It’s a space where the complexities of raising kids intersect with everything else, acknowledging that motherhood is as much about the world we’re preparing our children for as it is about the snack currently ground into the car seat. Tune in for a genuine, sometimes messy, but always connecting look at this defining chapter. You’ll find a sense of community in this podcast, a feeling that someone is putting words to your own experience, making the journey feel a little less solitary and a lot more seen.
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