by admin | Nov 14, 2022 | Guardianship, Special Needs
Guardianship can be a critical component of special needs planning, as individuals with severe disabilities who cannot manage personal and financial affairs may need guardians upon turning 18. When children with significant cognitive or developmental disabilities...
by Elyssa Willadsen, Esq. | Oct 24, 2022 | Estate Planning
Planning for end-of-life healthcare is stressful even for people who can financially provide services for themselves. This stress is amplified for those people who cannot. Once the arduous Medicaid application process begins, many people become aware of the fact that...
by Thorin Blitz, Esq. | Oct 11, 2022 | Guardianship, Special Needs
For adults and minors under legal guardianship, it is vital that any lapse in guardianship is minimized. For example, a guardian may become ill or otherwise unable to perform guardianship duties; or a guardian may pass away leaving family members unsure of what to do...
by admin | Oct 11, 2022 | Special Needs
Many families of individuals with special needs, or an elderly parent, want to foster their loved ones’ independence. Some may find that their loved one is happiest with a personal living space, as independent living offers greater autonomy. However, several barriers...
by Elyssa Willadsen, Esq. | Aug 23, 2022 | Special Needs
Many people find themselves in the difficult position of knowing a loved one needs an elevated level of support and supervision this person is currently living without. If the person in need has not previously completed an Advanced Directive or Power of Attorney, the...
