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Principled Advocacy For Families And Individuals With Disabilities And The Professionals Who Serve Them
Whether you have decision-making authority (guardianship) over a disabled family member or a close friend, you bear a great responsibility. You may feel that the person will only get fair and respectful treatment if you are in charge, but never forget that serving as...
The purpose of a special needs trust is usually to provide some kind of supplemental support for an individual with special needs without eliminating their eligibility for certain kinds of state aid, such as Medicaid benefits. A special needs trust provides structured...
Those with special needs family members face many worries and fears. The care, happiness and safety of their loved ones are always concerning. It leaves them wondering who will fill their shoes and care for their relatives after they die. You can choose any eligible...
There are many people who are a bit wary of leaving a significant amount of money to their heirs. They may believe that their heirs are not mature enough to handle it at their current age. They don’t want their inheritance to be squandered. They may also worry that a...
Every year, many families in Illinois have to make difficult decisions about their most vulnerable members. Older adults often require many of the same kinds of support that children do. They may require someone else to manage their finances and meet their basic...
Social workers help provide crucial support to individuals in vulnerable positions. They work with people with disabling medical conditions and their families to help people obtain the skills they need for life and access the resources necessary to succeed. ...
The estate planning process is essential, especially if you have children. It helps ensure your last wishes are fulfilled and your family is provided for. If you have minor children, it's also important that you designate a guardian for them in your will. While no...
Have you ever made an estate plan? If not, then you aren’t alone. Many people have not only never made a will but many pass away without one, which can create a lot of issues for their families. Without an estate plan, your estate would likely be distributed by the...
If you have a loved one living with a disability, special needs planning ensures their needs are met when you become incapacitated or die. Including their inheritance or funds with those of other beneficiaries may lead to unfairness. For this reason, you should...
Many adults focus on the distribution of their assets when they’re creating their estate plans. There’s something else you need to consider when you’re crafting your plan: What might happen if you’re incapacitated. You can’t make decisions for yourself if you’re...
