Special Needs News

The Social Security Administration has launched a simplified online application for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for some adults.

Some pundits claim that the incoming Trump administration is considering cuts to the Medicaid program that could be detrimental to people with disabilities and other populations.

President Joe Biden signed the Autism CARES Act of 2024 in early January.

For individuals with disabilities, assistive technology (AT) in the home can provide increased independence, enhance safety, and improve overall quality of life.

A groundbreaking achievement in neurotechnology is allowing paralyzed patients who have lost mobility due to spinal cord injuries to walk short distances with the help of electrodes implanted in [...]

The annual contribution limit for an ABLE account each year typically goes up in line with the annual gift tax exemption.

The National Council on Disability released its annual progress report on national disability policy, offering recommendations regarding employment, travel, housing, technology, and disability [...]

Planning for the future of a child with mental illness involves careful consideration of their unique needs and circumstances.

Every family has different needs and circumstances when assessing whether a special needs trust or ABLE account is the better option for their loved one with disabilities.