The Work Without Worry Act Explained
On June 17, 2021, the United States Senate Committee on Finance passed a bipartisan bill called the Work Without Worry Act. The goal is to protect Americans with disabilities who receive Social Security benefits and also want to work. Under the Act, individuals with...
Medicaid Waiver Services and the Possible Pending Federal Legislation Impacts
Federal Medicaid offers certain waivers for people with special needs or chronic health concerns. With these Medicaid waivers, healthcare providers can care for someone in their home as opposed to only providing services in long-term care facilities. Each state can...
IRAs and Third Party Special Needs Trusts
There are many ways to provide for your family member with special needs after you are gone. One of your largest assets may be a hard-earned retirement fund. Since most Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) are made up of pre-tax money, future taxable...
Understanding Substantial Gainful Activity and What Happens if You Exceed It
If you are receiving Social Security disability insurance (SSDI) you may be concerned about losing your benefits if you take a job and earn income. The Social Security Administration has created special rules to encourage some people who want to try to work, even...