What happens to your finances when your child is diagnosed with a life-threatening illness?

In this powerful episode of Mindful Haven, Lori sits down with Terra Brown – Executive Director at J.P. Morgan Private Bank and Chasin A Dream board member – to break down the real financial impact families face when a child becomes seriously ill or disabled.

From hospital parking fees and out-of-network bills to lost wages and depleted savings, the financial hit is immediate and overwhelming. But this conversation offers clarity, guidance, and hope.

Terra shares:

• Practical budgeting tips for families in crisis
• The importance of organizing documents and passwords
• What expenses may be tax-deductible (spoiler: it’s more than you think)
• Low-barrier financial tools like money market accounts
• How to involve your kids in budgeting and financial literacy
• Resources for families living paycheck to paycheck
• The one financial move every parent should make before their child turns 18

This episode is packed with tangible advice—whether you're in the thick of a crisis, recovering from one, or trying to prepare for the unknown. It's a must-listen for parents, caregivers, and anyone supporting families through medical hardship.

Most importantly, Terra and Lori remind us: you are not alone.

To connect with our team or access resources mentioned in this episode, visit chasinadream.org.

For financial questions, contact Terra directly at terra@chasinadream.org.

If this episode helped you or someone you know, please share it and help us grow the reach of Mindful Haven — where community, mental health, and financial support come together to serve families when they need it most.

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The Mindful Haven Podcast is produced by Hype Boss and PodPlus Studios in Jupiter, Florida.

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