Resources for Special Needs Families
Understanding the Role of a Financial Advisor for Families with Disabilities
Read Time: 5 min When you are raising or supporting a family member with disabilities, financial planning takes on an entirely different dimension. It is no longer just about retirement timelines or college savings goals. It becomes about lifetime security,...
Spring Pruning for Special Needs Parents
This month we a lucky enough to feature an article by Carinne Mossa the founder of It Takes a Village Special Needs Parent Coaching LLC. Read more about Carinne at the end of this article and be sure to check out their website! Read Time: 5 min As warmer weather...
What to Do with Retirement Accounts When Planning for a Dependent with Disabilities
Read Time: 5 min Planning for retirement is complex on its own. When you are also planning for a dependent with disabilities, the decisions surrounding retirement accounts carry even greater weight. IRAs and 401(k)s are often among a family’s largest assets....
Tax Benefits and Deductions for Families of Children with Disabilities
Read Time: 5 min Understanding How to Maximize Financial Support Through the Tax System Caring for a child with disabilities presents unique challenges, not only emotionally and physically but also financially. Fortunately, the U.S. tax system offers a variety of...
Maximizing Your Social Security: Strategies to Implement and Know Your Options
Read Time: 7 min For many retirees, Social Security is the foundation of their retirement income. While it was never designed to replace a full paycheck, the timing and strategy behind when and how you claim benefits can have a meaningful impact on your long-term...
Finding the Right Therapists: Tips for Special Needs Families
Read Time: 4 min Finding the right therapist for a child with special needs can feel overwhelming. With so many options and specialties, families often wonder where to start and what truly matters in their search. The right therapist doesn’t just support the...
Understanding Virginia’s Medicaid Waivers for Individuals with Disabilities
Read Time: 8 min Navigating the world of disability services can be overwhelming, especially when trying to understand what support is available and how to access it. Medicaid waivers are programs under Virginia’s Medicaid system (via DMAS and DBHDS) that allow...
Where to Start the Disability Benefits Process for Your Child – by Tanusha Thuraisingam, Esq.
Read Time: 10 min While the process of applying for Disability Benefits for child has not changed at this time, the process can be slower due to the current cuts to the Social Security Administration (SSA). We also understand that applying for Disability...
Back-to-School Checklist for Special Needs Parents
Read Time: 5 Min Preparing for back-to-school season can be a busy and emotional time for families with children who have disabilities. Here’s a comprehensive checklist to help special needs parents stay organized and ensure a smooth transition to the school...
Are you working on improving Independent Life Skills?
Read Time: 5 Min Helping young adults with disabilities build independent living skills is one of the most empowering steps families can take toward preparing for adulthood. From managing daily routines to navigating technology and advocating for their needs,...
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