Treasurer Stacy Garrity, Chair of the national ABLE Savings Plans Network (ASPN) announced today that to celebrate the first national ABLE Savings Day on August 14, multiple free webinars will be hosted by ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience) program experts throughout August. Webinars will explain how ABLE accounts can help individuals with disabilities and their families save without affecting eligibility for important benefits.

“ABLE programs provide fantastic opportunities for people with disabilities and their families to save for the future, which used to be impossible,” Treasurer Garrity said. “It’s my goal to make sure everyone who can benefit from an ABLE account learns about their benefits and knows how to open one. Our own PA ABLE is one of the largest programs in the country, and it’s growing quickly.”

This month’s webinars include:

ABLE Account 101

Monday, August 12, at 2:00 p.m.

Join Mark Raymond, Jr., and other ABLE experts to learn about ABLE accounts. Mark will do a 30-minute presentation covering all ABLE topics (what is ABLE, who qualifies, how it works – and much more). After the presentation, participants can ask questions live.

Learn About PA ABLE

Tuesday, August 13, at 6:00 p.m.

Webinar topics include eligibility requirements for opening a PA ABLE account, the federal and state tax benefits of PA ABLE, and how a PA ABLE account interacts with current benefits.

How Can Employers Promote ABLE as an Accessibility Tool?

Wednesday, August 14, at 2:00 p.m.

This webinar is designed for self-advocates, Employers, Providers, and Human Resources executives to learn about the power of ABLE accounts and innovative ways employers are supporting their employees with disabilities and family members through ABLE accounts. Webinar attendees will gain tools and strategies to help employers and jobseekers best take advantage of ABLE accounts.

I Have an ABLE Account, Now What?

Wednesday, August 21, at 2:00 p.m.

This webinar is designed for self-advocates, family members and caregivers, who have opened an ABLE account or are considering opening an ABLE account. It will guide you through the ins and outs of ABLE accounts, helping you make the most of your financial opportunities.

All times are Eastern Standard.

The PA ABLE Savings Program provides people with disabilities and their families the opportunity for greater control of their finances and to plan a more secure future.

To find out if you are eligible for a PA ABLE account, visit paable.gov.