How Is a Guardianship Different from a Power of Attorney?

How Is a Guardianship Different from a Power of Attorney?

When your child with special needs turns age 18, you may lose all ability to assist with healthcare and financial decisions if you do not take a few crucial steps. At 18, the government considers your child an adult and will prevent you from accessing medical...
Future Planning for an Independent Adult with Special Needs

Future Planning for an Independent Adult with Special Needs

If your family includes an independent adult with special needs, you should do some future planning to ensure your child or other relative has everything he or she needs to continue living independently. Here are a few suggestions and options to discuss with your...
When You Have No Estate Plan: Part 2

When You Have No Estate Plan: Part 2

Not having an estate plan could lead to serious consequences for your family in your absence. Future planning not only helps you move forward if you have a serious illness or if you are in need of money in the future, but also helps your family carry on without you....
When You Have No Estate Plan: Part 1

When You Have No Estate Plan: Part 1

When you have no estate plan, life changes could lead to personal and financial disaster. Future planning is all about planning now to save time, trouble, stress, and money in the future. If you are on the fence about creating an estate plan, learning about the worst...
What Is the Illinois Health Care Surrogate Act?

What Is the Illinois Health Care Surrogate Act?

For people with special needs and their families, the Illinois Health Care Surrogate Act provides much-needed peace of mind about making medical decisions if they have not yet started the future planning process. The Health Care Surrogate Act allows family members or...

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