Special Needs News | August 2026
Can I Put a Retirement Plan in a Special Needs Trust?
Retirement plans often make up a significant portion of assets. Can a retirement plan be put into a special needs trust? As with many legal questions, the answer is “it depends.”
What Is a Guardian Ad Litem and What Do They Do?
A guardian ad litem (GAL) is not the same as a legal guardian. A legal guardian has ongoing authority over a person’s life. A GAL has a narrower job: investigating, reporting, and advocating within the bounds of a single legal proceeding. Once the case is resolved, the GAL’s role ends.
Supported Living Services: A Guide for Families
Learn what supported living services are, who they help, what supports are included, how Medicaid HCBS waivers may pay, and how to find and evaluate programs for adults with disabilities.
More Disabled Veterans Eligible for Tax-Free ABLE Accounts
For years, one of the most useful financial tools available to people with disabilities was largely out of reach of veterans. The reason was simple and frustrating: eligibility rules ignored the reality of military service. That has changed.
Follow us on LinkedIn