The Perry family comes together to deal with dad Scott Perry’s health crisis. Scott reveals he has a plan to create a “Council of Dads” that would be there for the family if anything should happen to him.

Robin grapples with how a "Council of Dads" could really function in their day-to-day life as Larry takes on his responsibilities with passion. Luly has an unexpected meeting with her birth mom and learns about her early life with Scott.

Larry presents an offer to Robin that will impact the future of the Crab Shack, catching Anthony and everyone else by surprise. Luly endeavors to make an impression in her writing group, digging deep into personal experiences for a piece. Evan contemplates a return to school. Oliver makes strides with Theo but finds himself torn from his own family duties

Robin contemplates romantic life after Scott. Luly and Evan make a risky investment with their loan money, Anthony prepares for the transition of the Crab Shack and develops a surprising friendship. Larry confronts his past failures.

Robin tackles the fall holidays bravely but feels she can't compare to how well Scott handled everything. Oliver struggles with Peter's transgression. Theo makes new friends but finds they aren't necessarily the best influence. Luly gets some news about her adoptive family.