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Roundup: Special Needs Trusts/Vets with Disabilities/Medicare

SNA attorneys have ongoing involvement with the wide-ranging issues faced by individuals with disabilities, their families and the professionals who serve them. Below is a sampling of posts from member blogs and newsletters.

Mother’s Gifts to Children Create Dispute over Special Needs Daughter [1]

When planning for the longtime financial security of a child with disabilities, it’s best to explicitly communicate your intentions by creating a special needs trust. Relying on the goodwill of others can seriously backfire. Learn more. [1]

Aid is Available for Veterans and their Surviving Spouses to Help Pay for Long-Term Care [2]

Aid and Attendance is financial compensation provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs to veterans needing assistance with “activities of daily living” due to disabilities. Learn more. [2]

Can I Qualify for Medicare if I Have a Disability? [3]

In certain cases, individuals with disabilities who are under 65 can qualify for Medicare. Learn more. [3]