Stuff in the ‘special needs’ Category

The Rights of Persons Under a Guardianship

Guardianship can be a critical component of special needs planning, as individuals with severe disabilities who cannot manage personal and financial affairs may need guardians upon turning 18. Legal Guardianship for Adults with Disabilities When children with significant cognitive or developmental disabilities become legal adults, their caregivers may lose the lawful ability to help with […]READ POST »

Representative Payee: Not a Job to Be Taken Lightly

The Social Security Administration (SSA) manages the two largest government benefit programs for people with special needs, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Many of the people with special needs who receive these benefits are qualified to manage their own money and can make other financial decisions for themselves. The SSA […]READ POST »