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By Kevin Urbatsch
In Special Needs News
Posted October 3, 2025

Special Needs Planning for Blended Families

For blended families that include a child with special needs, financial and legal planning extends well beyond the usual parental concerns. But as with all family matters, proactive planning [...]

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By Kevin Urbatsch
In Special Needs News
Posted October 3, 2025

30 Questions to Ask When Looking for a Group Home

The following questions can help guide people with disabilities and their loved ones in deciding if a group home is right for them.

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By Kevin Urbatsch
In Special Needs News
Posted October 3, 2025

Legal Guardianship for Children With Special Needs: 3 Steps

Out of all of the decisions that parents of children with special needs have to confront, the choice of a guardian stands out as one of the most difficult.  But parents don't have to dread [...]

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By Kevin Urbatsch
In Special Needs News
Posted September 19, 2025

Can an ABLE Account Be Funded Directly From an RMD Account?

Can an ABLE account be funded directly from an RMD account (i.e., direct deposit)?

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By Kevin Urbatsch
In Special Needs News
Posted September 17, 2025

How Can Purple Alerts Help People With Disabilities?

Like Amber Alerts for children and Silver Alerts for older adults, Purple Alerts raise public awareness when an adult with a cognitive, intellectual, or developmental disability goes missing. 

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By Kevin Urbatsch
In Special Needs News
Posted September 10, 2025

Can a Third-Party SNT Be a Life Insurance Beneficiary?

Can a third-party special needs trust (SNT) purchase life insurance (term or perm) on another individual, and name itself (the SNT) as beneficiary? (For example, a disabled adult child [...]

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By Kevin Urbatsch
In Special Needs News
Posted September 9, 2025

New Film Shows How Service Dogs Empower Children With Autism

A new documentary titled "Unleashing Hope: The Power of Service Dogs for Children With Autism" is shedding light on the transformative role service dogs can play in the lives of children [...]

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By Kevin Urbatsch
In Special Needs News
Posted September 9, 2025

Is Autism Considered a Disability?

Individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may be able to qualify for disability benefits if their condition significantly limits their ability to function.

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By Kevin Urbatsch
In Special Needs News
Posted September 9, 2025

ABLE Accounts: Big Changes Coming in 2025-2027

With new changes from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and the ABLE Age Adjustment Act taking effect over the next few years, ABLE accounts are poised to become even more powerful tools [...]

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By Kevin Urbatsch
In Special Needs News
Posted September 9, 2025

Key Documents for Parents of Children With Special Needs

If your child has special needs, a standard estate plan may not be adequate for your family. Here are several must-have documents.

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