Consequences of Not Using a Medicare Set-Aside Account
Failing to establish a Medicare Set-Aside Account can have significant consequences for Medicare eligibility.
I Received a $6K Inheritance. Will I Lose My Benefits?
I am on SSDI, Medicare, and Medicaid. I received a $6,000 [...]
Advancements in Diagnosing and Supporting Kids With Autism
Millions of lives are touched by autism. New developments in technology could help diagnose children earlier and provide additional [...]
What Is a Pooled Trust, and How Can It Protect My Benefits?
What happens if you come into money that pushes you over the income limit for SSI or Medicaid? The answer may be to consider a pooled [...]
Could the SSI “In-Kind Income” Definition Change?
A newly proposed rule by the Social Security Administration could ultimately change the way "in-kind income" is defined for recipients of Supplemental Security [...]
What Is a Ward of the State?
A ward of the state is a person under the government's protection. Children and adults with cognitive disabilities can become wards [...]
Legal Guardianship of an Adult: Rights and Responsibilities
Once a person becomes a guardian, they should be aware of their responsibilities. Since the ward loses significant rights, guardians [...]
Sole Benefit Trust: Qualify for Medicaid and Aid a Loved One
A sole benefit trust is a helpful estate planning tool if your family has cross-generational support needs. If a senior with more than $2,000 in assets wants to [...]
What Is the Qualified Disabled and Working Individuals Program?
The Qualified Disabled and Working Individuals Program (QDWI) helps disabled, low-income individuals who want to return to work continue to receive Medicare Part A benefits.
Before You Say ‘I Do’: 5 Questions to Ask Your Special Needs Attorney
If you are considering saying “I do” and currently receive SSDI, SSI, Medicaid,
