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…
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,…
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.…
Modern medicine and health care advancements enable children with a wide variety of special needs (disabilities) to live more productive lives than ever before. Many scientists regard the term special needs as a euphemism for disability. Yet, the difference between…
In order to supplement their loved one's needs and quality of life while continuing to qualify for public assistance, many people with loved ones with disabilities create special needs trusts (SNTs) to save money tax-free. In 2014, the ABLE Act…
Enabling the Disabled Families can carefully manage their money to comply with disability-benefit rules while still providing additional perks for disabled people. And, though the rules can be strict, people with disabilities are still permitted autonomy to own some money…
Grantors (the individuals who create and fund a trust) generally become trustees when they create a special needs trust (SNT) for a loved one with a disability. However, it is crucial to choose a successor trustee who will continue properly…
Although society has adapted to meet the needs of those with disabilities, living with a disability has its own unique challenges and adversities. One challenge major challenge is financial strain. There are significant additional costs associated with disabled living. However,…
Special needs trusts (SNT) must be properly funded, so that the trustee may distribute assets to beneficiaries who are disabled. Before funding can happen, you must choose the type of trust that best suits the situation for your special needs…