PLANTATION, Fla.—October 8, 2024—Northstar Financial Planners, a fee-only Registered Investment Advisor in Plantation, proudly served as a premier sponsor of NAMIWalks Broward County, an event aimed at raising awareness and support for mental health. Held on October 5 in Davie, Fla., the walk united community members and organizations to promote mental health advocacy, education, and support services.

In addition to the firm’s sponsorship, Allen Giese, ChFC®, ChSNC®, CLU®, personally raised over $3,000 for the cause. Giese is President, CEO, and Senior Financial Advisor for Northstar. His and the firm’s support underscored their commitment to individuals and families affected by mental health conditions.

“We are honored to support NAMI and their essential work in promoting mental health awareness and breaking down stigma,” Giese said. “NAMIWalks Broward County is an important opportunity to show our community that mental health is just as vital as physical health. Our goal is to help families face these challenges with support and education.”

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness. NAMI promotes advocacy, education, support, and public awareness to build better lives for millions of Americans.

In addition to his role at Northstar, Giese is the author of When Mental Illness Strikes: Crisis Intervention for the Financial Plan. The book offers detailed, practical guidance on navigating the complexities that arise when mental illness impacts a family, helping parents create a stable financial plan to provide for their mentally ill child while safeguarding their own future.

In addition, Northstar provides financial planning for parents of children with special needs, particularly adult children with serious mental illness. The firm offers tailored strategies to help families achieve peace of mind.

Reflecting on the event, Giese added: “Seeing so many people come together for a cause that affects our community was inspiring. It’s a reminder that when we support one another, we can make a meaningful impact in people’s lives.”

For more information on NAMIWalks, visit https://www.namiwalks.org.

For more information about Northstar Financial Planners, visit northstarplanners.com.

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About Northstar Financial Planners Inc.

Northstar Financial Planners is an independent Registered Investment Advisor committed to helping people achieve what is most important to them in life. Based in Plantation, Florida, the fee-only advisory firm provides financial planning and investment management services to clients including pre-retirees, Florida Retirement System special-risk employees, and families of children with special needs. Contact Northstar Financial Planners at 954-693-0030 or northstarplanners.com.

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Allen Giese, ChFC®, ChSNC®, CLU®

allen@northstarplanners.com

Northstar Financial Planners

1250 S. Pine Island Road, Suite 275

Plantation, FL 33324

Phone: 954-693-0030