Public Benefits

While Social Security Disabled Adult Children's Benefits (DAC) benefits are a great option for many children with special needs, recipients need to be careful that they do not lose their Medicaid benefits.

Several members of Congress have re-introduced legislation that would put in place a long-term care insurance program for adults with special needs.

What will your child do after "aging out" of special education? If your child hopes to join the workforce, even part time, planning will be key.

A Florida non-profit organization has begun a petition drive urging Congress to offer a tax credit to families of children with special needs to assist with the costs of obtaining guardianship.

While President-elect Obama's initial focus will doubtless be the economy when he takes office, those with special needs should be able to look forward to initiatives that will create positive change.

If your child is having trouble in school but has not yet been diagnosed with a learning disability, or if you think that your child's special needs may require help at school, it is never too early to request an...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is giving people who have their SSI benefits suspended or reduced more time to appeal, in recognition of the hurdles and delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

National Authority on Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income Brings Fresh Ideas and More than Three Decades of Experience to the Association.

In certain circumstances the Social Security Administration will fast-track a disability benefits application through a process known as Compassionate Allowances, usually because the applicant is suffering from a severe disability that may be life-threatening.