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In an effort to address the need for accessible and affordable housing for people with disabilities, Senator Bob Casey of Pennsylvania introduced the VITAL Act in 2023.

One of the most practical uses of an ABLE account is paying housing costs such as rent and utilities directly while staying aligned with Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicaid rules.

In January 2023, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announced it would award nearly $25 million to help fund housing for people with disabilties.

Many low-income people with disabilities use special needs trusts to remain eligible for public assistance. While you can qualify for the Section 8 voucher program with an SNT, it can affect how much housing assistance you receive.

An important piece in special needs planning is determining where your loved one will live - and how to cover the cost.

Medical coverage and housing may be the two most important services to make sure are taken care of once your child turns 18.

Many people with special needs choose to live in group homes or supportive housing with other people with special needs.

Beneficiaries of a special needs trust can still qualify for federal housing assistance programs like Section 8, but careful planning is required to avoid having benefits reduced or eliminated.

A financial planner explains the considerations that must go into calculating how much will adequately fund a special needs trust, and offers a sample budget.