Navigating the legal system is daunting for most people. If you or a loved one is deaf or hard of hearing, the process can feel even more complex.
Traveling with someone with dementia requires the right planning. Clear communication, managing expectations, and making accommodations can help you and your loved one have a great trip.
When contemplating an ideal environment for a loved one with a disability, a small group home is often considered, given its many benefits.
The Special Needs Alliance has crafted a legislative solution to a significant problem facing disabled adult children.
A critical decision for families establishing a Special Needs Trust is the choice of trustee. Many opt for a professional trustee to manage these trusts.
The landscape of Medicaid coverage is shifting. Understand how potential Medicaid work requirements could affect healthcare access for people with disabilities.
AI-powered tools are helping adults with disabilities achieve greater independence and success in employment, daily living, and community participation.
Discover how AI is transforming special education through personalized learning tools and adaptive technologies that support students with disabilities.
Planning for the future can feel daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. By taking the time carefully to plan now, you can ensure a smooth transition later.
For parents of children with special needs, growing older doesn’t just mean preparing for your retirement and worrying about creaky joints. Ensuring your adult child's future health, happiness, and financial well-being requires preparation, too.
This article is provided by SNA member Elizabeth Gray, CELA or McCandlish & Lillard in Fairfax, VA. Elizabeth focuses her practice on elder law and special needs law; trust, estate and guardianship disputes; and, wills, trusts and estates. This is an overview of the fundamentals of public benefits law, particularly focusing on Social Security’s need-based [...]
This article is provided by Andrew Hook, CELA of Hook Law Center in Virginia Beach, VA. Andy is a founding member of the Special Needs Alliance, and also is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERTM (CFP®). He focuses on elder law, special needs planning, and asset protection.
High school graduation is an important day in the life of a child with special needs. But knowing what to do next is even more important. Here are some things to keep in mind as your child transitions from high school into adulthood.
Learn key information about the recent ADA web content accessibility regulations developed by the Department of Justice.
Five years ago, a group of parents in Winston-Salem, North Carolina created Moji Coffee + More out of a desire to create meaningful employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Now this June, Moji celebrates its fifth anniversary and its evolution from a simple coffee shop into a catalyst of change for employees and businesses alike.
Seeking inpatient mental health treatment can be daunting, especially when considering the unique needs of individuals with disabilities. Whether the individual is a minor or an adult, understanding the complex legal issues involved in assisting a loved one get the help they need is crucial in making informed decisions.
Transitioning a loved one with developmental disabilities to a long-term care (LTC) facility is a challenging process. The search process can feel daunting due to concerns surrounding the quality of care, financial aspects, and the individual's adjustment to new routines. Additionally, if you are the individual's guardian or family member, you may also need to face the task of choosing between permanent placement and the possibility of multiple transitions. Thorough planning can help reduce those concerns.
Powers of attorney are critical when you have an older child with special needs. If you are the parent of a child with special needs, you likely have grown accustomed to making medical, educational, and legal decisions on behalf of your child as a minor. When your child turns 18 and becomes a legal adult, your legal authority ends as your child’s parent. However, when your adult child has special needs, they may still need significant assistance in making these types of decisions or may be unable to make them altogether. Whatever your family’s situation may be, a special needs attorney can assist you in determining whether powers of attorney are right for you and your family.
When you are the parent or guardian of a child with developmental disabilities, planning for your child’s future starts early. One top consideration for your loved one as they age is planning for their long-term care. Read what to consider when embarking on the planning process.