Special Needs Trusts

There are many ways to provide private housing for a person with special needs without compromising the majority of her means-based government benefits. This article highlights several options for families thinking about purchasing a home for a person with...

Individuals with special needs lost one of their fiercest defenders when Harriet McBryde Johnson died June 4 at age 50.

If you are thinking about moving to another state with your child, or if your child has grown up and is moving to another state, provisions in your child's special needs trust may no longer be applicable.

An overlooked portion of recent Medicare legislation promises Medicare recipients greater access to mental health benefits.

A recent New York case highlights the importance of planning in advance for a child with special needs, as well as of choosing the proper advocate for your child.

As with most things that sound too good to be true, so-called "Sole Benefit Trusts" can come with a big catch for the person with special needs.

Here are some important points to consider before finalizing your child's settlement to ensure the child's well-being over a lifetime.

Individuals with special needs who file a federal income tax return, even if they are not required to do so, may qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit, a special credit that has existed for the last 36 years to...

While creating a financial plan and establishing a specialized trust are central to preparing for your child's future, planners also advise families to write down their intentions and expectations in a special document.