It all started with a summer job. Who knew that this traditional teenage rite-of-passage would help one young man find his voice and his direction? Read More ›
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The Value of a Special Needs Trust
Guest Blogger: Sam Butcher, principal of Butcher Elder Law
As an advocate and guardian for your family member with a developmental or intellectual disability, it is important to understand and determine if you should pursue a Special Needs Trust.
What is a Special Needs Trust?
A Special Needs Trust (SNT) is a trust established as a source for funds received for the benefit of an individual who receives government benefits based on need. SNTs, also referred to a Supplemental Needs Trusts, are intended to supplement needs-based government benefits, such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicaid, without jeopardizing the continued receipt of those benefits. Read More ›
informDD February 2017
Join us for our March DD Awareness Month celebration! We’re hosting several community events and sharing the resources you need to make your community a more inclusive place for people of all abilities.