Buying A Vehicle With Funds From A Pooled Special Needs Trust

By Joanne Marcus, MSW, Executive Director, Commonwealth Community Trust Buying a vehicle is a big financial decision involving research and patience.   For individuals receiving Medicaid and SSI (Supplemental Security Income), the rules allow for ownership of one vehicle without jeopardizing benefit eligibility.  When an individual has adequate funds in a pooled special needs trust (PSNT), [...]