by The Academy of Special Needs Planners | Mar 13, 2024 | Uncategorized
People with disabilities, regardless of age, often face barriers to living on their own. However, a variety of community-based options present an alternative to long-term care facilities, helping individuals with disabilities maintain autonomy. Barriers to Independent...
by The Academy of Special Needs Planners | Mar 11, 2024 | Uncategorized
Every child deserves a secure future, especially those with unique/special needs including all with IDD (Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities). This is why creating a special needs trust (SNT) is crucial, no matter your financial status. Reasons why include the...
by The Academy of Special Needs Planners | Mar 6, 2024 | Uncategorized
Thirteen percent of Americans experience a disability, according to 2023 data. Having a disability can shape one’s life in many ways. One area it can impact is employment. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics recently published its 2023 report on employment among...
by The Academy of Special Needs Planners | Feb 28, 2024 | Uncategorized
Half of Americans report that access to affordable housing is a problem in their community, according to the Pew Research Center. For families affected by disability, housing costs can pose a particularly significant concern. According to the Center on Budget and...
by The Academy of Special Needs Planners | Feb 27, 2024 | Uncategorized
Mental illness affects one in five adults in the United States, the National Institute of Mental Health reports. The severity of mental illness varies. Serious mental illnesses are mental, behavioral, or emotional disorders that cause significant life impairment and...
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