Assured
As·sured | ə-ˈshu̇rd
1: characterized by certainty or security
2: very confident
3: sure that something is certain or true
Is There a Difference Between “Supplemental” and “Special” Needs Trusts?
Have you heard the terms "special" needs trust and "supplemental" needs trust and wondered what the difference is? The short answer is that there's no difference. Here's the long answer: When the field of special needs planning began more than two decades ago, trusts...
What Are ‘Special Needs’ in Special Needs Trusts?
Government programs like Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) provide essentials, such as medical care, food, clothing and shelter. Special needs trusts are designed to supplement, not replace, this kind of basic support. Such trusts pay for anything the...
Biological Father Cannot Inherit From Unacknowledged Daughter
The California Court of Appeals holds that a biological father cannot inherit from his daughter because, although he attended a family court mediation and paid child support, he never acknowledged her as his child. In Westamerica Bank v. Morales (Cal. Ct. App., No....
Loans and Grants for Wheelchair Vans and Vehicle Adaptations
Maintaining independence is fundamental for people living with disabilities. Having mobility options allows people with certain disabilities to go to doctor’s appointments, grocery shop, visits friends, and keep a sense of autonomy. Purchasing a vehicle can be...
Advancements in Diagnosing and Supporting Kids With Autism
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects children as they develop. People with autism have differences in the brain relating to behavior, communication, and learning, as well as how they interact with others. ASD is marked by difficulty with social situations. Yet,...
5 Reasons Why Your SSDI Claim Could Be Denied
If you are applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments, you may be wondering what are common reasons for denial of an SSDI claim. What Is SSDI? SSDI is a program administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA). It pays disability...
An Introduction to Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a federal program that helps people with disabilities and very low incomes pay for food, clothing, and shelter. It also is a key avenue to Medicaid coverage. SSI is often confused with Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)....
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for Children With Autism
In 2022, the cost of raising a child in the U.S. to age 17 was roughly $17,000 per year. For families of children with disabilities, that estimate runs far higher. The costs of such necessities as health interventions and behavioral therapies, assistive technology,...
What Is a Group Home?
A group home is a living accommodation option for people with disabilities. Living in a group home may be a good option for those individuals who do not need advanced medical care but cannot safely live alone. The care in a group home setting allows residents to...
Using FMLA to Care for a Loved One With a Disability
For caregivers of loved ones living with disabilities, meeting the demands of your professional life while carrying out the responsibilities of caregiving can be immensely challenging. Depending on your situation, you may qualify for an extended leave from work that...