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The paradox of planning for the unexpected
CastlePinesConnection.com
Submitted by the Castle Pines Chamber of Commerce
Most of us nd comfort in the fact that unexpected hardships probably won’t happen to us or our families. Those things happen to others, right? After all, what good comes from worrying about what might or could happen?
As an organization, the Castle Pines Chamber of Commerce realizes that although the probability of an unexpected hardship may be small for each of us
as individuals, it is almost certain to
touch at least a few of the members in
the organization as a whole. Further, it understands that hardships impact many members of the broader community each year. To make the scenario a little more conceivable, think about your immediate social circle: Do you not know anybody who has been impacted by any of the following hardships in the past 12 months?
• Unexpected death or terminal diagnosis of a spouse
• Separation or divorce
• Loss of income or ability to provide
nancially due to unemployment or
health reasons
• Financial or emotional toll on a family for
assuming the care of a parent
Because this will inevitably impact its membership and the community, the Chamber has put together a presentation
to share a few key pieces of information that could help make all the di erence
for you and your family should random misfortune land at your doorstep. Its panel of presenters will include community members from its board of directors, as well as a nancial expert it is bringing in from out of state. The presentation will include both nancial and legal professionals and will be delivered in a manner consistent with the Chamber’s commitment to being of service to the community.
Sure, the topics are heavy, but that is not where the emphasis will be. The focus will be on the positive. The presentation will outline a few key conversation
points to consider, followed by easy action steps to take, should you decide this is something you would like to address. Plus, to make sure the evening is enjoyable for all, the Chamber will provide complimentary appetizers and beer and wine to all attendees. To register for this free community event, visit www.castlepineschamber.com/sudden- independence-speaker-series.html.
Did You Know?
The Castle Pines Connection’s mantra of sharing “a little good news” was inspired by an Anne Murray song titled, “A Little Good News,” in which Murray sings about the state of the world’s politics and policies, the economy and all the negative news in the media. The chorus pleas, “we sure could use a little good news today” ... and so that’s what we deliver.