Special Needs Planning

What Are Special Needs? Special needs refers to specific disabilities that require focused support for learning, behavior, or physical functioning. Examples include autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, dyscalculia, dyslexia, deafness, blindness, cystic fibrosis, cleft lip, and missing limbs. The U.S. Census estimates that 12.7% of the population—over 41 million people—live with a disability. Planning for a […]

Careful planning for the future of a loved one with special needs is one of the most critical life-protecting tasks you will ever provide for them. This article offers tips you can employ in your planning process can create a meaningful and comprehensive approach, addressing many of the challenges of special needs family members without

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month began in March 1987, when all Americans were called upon to support opportunities for people with developmental disabilities (DD) to reach their full potential. Since then, the National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD) has led a campaign every March. Its goal is to

Writing a Letter of Intent for Your Special Needs Child Writing a Letter of Intent (LOI) for your special needs child is one of the most loving and practical steps you can take for their future. This letter helps ensure that your child continues to receive the care, understanding, and support they need if you

3 Tips for Planning to Care for an Adult Sibling with Special Needs When a family has a child with special needs, their care eventually becomes a shared responsibility. While parents often provide care for as long as they can, there comes a time when aging parents may no longer be able to meet their