It is important to consider a few things before you start looking for a home that can meet a loved one's physical or developmental needs. The US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) lists state and local government agencies and other…
Trusts are created when someone or a company manages property or assets on behalf of another. The person or entity is known as the trustee and has the responsibility of making decisions in the best interest of the trust beneficiary.…
Over the past decade, significant focus has been dedicated to researching the causes and treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The Combating Autism Act of 2006 was reauthorized in 2011 and renamed the Autism CARES Act in 2014 (Autism Collaboration,…
Disability and special needs are frequently used interchangeably, but they hold distinct meanings. Disability is a legal term referring to a physical or mental impairment substantially limiting one or more major life activities. Special needs is a more general term…
Individuals with special needs can take advantage of several programs and services offered by the federal government. These programs are vital to parents and guardians supporting loved ones with disabilities. Parents raising children with special needs require nearly twenty percent…
Trusts are generally created when someone or a company manages assets on behalf of another person. The person or entity is known as the trustee and has the responsibility of making decisions in the best interest of the trust beneficiary.…
Legal arrangements such as guardianships and conservatorships are available to individuals with developmental disabilities who are incapable of making important decisions or caring for themselves during adulthood. Establishing a legal guardian is the job of the court, which appoints a…
In preparation for a loved one's long-term well-being, special needs trusts (SNTs) are an invaluable planning tool. A special needs trust can provide fiduciary management and oversight for a loved one unable to manage property or funds due to physical…
As staff shortages, cyber threats, and school violence increase, external forces are reshaping special education needs in K-12. The Covid-19 pandemic and video homeschooling have spawned a growing need for mental health support to treat depression, anxiety, and suicide prevention.…
Individuals can appeal a denial of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). The appeal process typically involves requesting a reconsideration of the claim, followed by a hearing before an administrative law judge, and a review by…