Proposed Legislation Would Allow Families to Extend Impact of Special Needs Trusts to Charities
Newly introduced legislation may soon alleviate a challenge families sometimes face when planning for a loved one living with [...]
GLOBAL Publishes Family-Friendly Medical Guidelines for Adults With Down Syndrome
New family-friendly guidelines offer advice and important recommendations to a large (but largely under-the-radar) population: adults with Down syndrome.
Essential Medication Denials Raise Serious Questions
On July 7, a letter issued from my daughter’s health insurer, six pages, single-spaced, denied coverage for her medication that prevents her from going blind.
Should You Consider A Guardianship or Conservatorship for Your Loved One With Special Needs?
Many relatives or caretakers of loved ones living with a disability may at some point need to be able to exert more control over their family member's personal [...]
New 988 Hotline in Place to Help Support Those at Risk for Suicide and Mental Health Crises
As of mid-July, a new three-digit federal phone number, 988, is available to offer confidential, emergency support 24 hours a day, seven days a week for individuals experiencing mental health [...]
At-Home COVID Tests, Accessible for People Who Are Blind or Have Low Vision, Now Available
At-home COVID tests designed to be more accessible to people who are blind or have low vision are now available for free.
Housing Considerations When Your Child With Special Needs Becomes an Adult
An important piece in special needs planning is determining where your loved one will live—and how to cover the cost.
