Oct 16, 2024 | Blog, Government Programs, Resources
Many children with special needs remain in a parent’s home after they become adults, with their parents continuing to be their primary caregivers. However, as children get older, their need for independence may change, as well as their housing options....
Apr 3, 2024 | Blog, Guardianships, Resources
Understanding the difference between a power of attorney and a guardianship is critical. When children with special needs approach age 18, parents must realize that they will soon become adults, at least as far as the law is concerned. Once your child with special...
Mar 20, 2024 | Blog, Government Funding, Resources
As the parent of a child with special needs, you know how important it is to advocate for your child’s education. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is an instrumental piece of legislation that helps protect the rights of children with special...
Feb 14, 2024 | Blog, Government Programs, Resources
As the parent of a child with special needs, you must plan not only for your financial future but also for that of your child. That plan may include the use of various forms of insurance. While you may plan to care for and financially support your child with special...
Oct 10, 2023 | Blog, Government Programs, Resources
As children with special needs become adults, they often rely on various public benefits to assist them with medical care, financial support, and other forms of care. These public benefits programs may include Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicaid. However,...
