Parents who take care of children with disabilities must consider what will happen when they can no longer provide for their loved ones. While a special needs trust can help a disabled child into adult years, different insurance policies may also offer various kinds...
A trust is a common document in an estate plan. You can use it to create a definitive plan for your assets and protect your wishes for your estate. It comes with many benefits, and many people use a trust as a means to bypass probate. However, there are many kinds...
If you plan on being the estate executor for a parent, you know that you have great responsibilities ahead of you. Organizing the assets of the estate is one of them. You should know what your parent owns so you can distribute the property to heirs. Creating an...
If you have an elderly parent who is on a low income or has no job at all, the two of you have probably discussed seeking coverage from Medicaid in addition to Medicare. Since a senior could qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid, it may be of benefit to know how...
Whoever you select to oversee your trust will owe a fiduciary duty to the beneficiaries of your trust. Hopefully, your trustee will not encounter any legal issues while administering your trust. Still, sometimes a trustee cannot avoid a date in court. Smart Asset...
If you have a friend who has a relative with a disability or other special needs, your friend may have asked you to be a trustee of a special needs trust. Before you agree to do so, though, you should know exactly what the role involves. A special needs trust is a...
If your child has special academic needs, his or her school may come up with an individual educational plan. According to the University of Washington, an IEP ensures your child receives specialized instruction and other educational accommodations. A team of teachers,...
If a parent needs to develop an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), it can take a lot of time and effort. Since Washington does not have a set standard for IEPs, it may vary hugely between schools and students alike. How can a parent use the Family and Medical Leave...
All parents want to ensure that their children receive the best education possible. When you have children with special education needs, it can cause a lot of stress to determine whether the school can provide your kids with adequate education and care in an...
A child with a diagnosis of delay or difficulty processing information may require help through schooling and beyond. Fortunately, the federal and state governments have provisional laws to allow children who meet these special needs to receive an equal education. A...
