Author: Cynthia R. Haddad
Publisher: Paul H Brookes Publishing
ISBN: 9781681254319
Category : FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
"Written with both compassion and expertise, this bestselling book provides families with a comprehensive guide to planning for the lifetime needs of a child with disabilities. It presents the Five Factors readers need to consider-family and support, emotional, financial, legal, and government benefits-and how to plan for these factors at every stage of a child's life. The second edition includes updates based on current law, fully revised chapters with a wealth of practical recommendations, and a ten-step, manageable planning process. Online resources include fillable timelines, worksheets, and other planning documents to help families create a secure, full, and happy life for and with their child"--
The Special Needs Planning Guide
Author: Cynthia R. Haddad
Publisher: Paul H Brookes Publishing
ISBN: 9781681254319
Category : FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
"Written with both compassion and expertise, this bestselling book provides families with a comprehensive guide to planning for the lifetime needs of a child with disabilities. It presents the Five Factors readers need to consider-family and support, emotional, financial, legal, and government benefits-and how to plan for these factors at every stage of a child's life. The second edition includes updates based on current law, fully revised chapters with a wealth of practical recommendations, and a ten-step, manageable planning process. Online resources include fillable timelines, worksheets, and other planning documents to help families create a secure, full, and happy life for and with their child"--
Publisher: Paul H Brookes Publishing
ISBN: 9781681254319
Category : FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
"Written with both compassion and expertise, this bestselling book provides families with a comprehensive guide to planning for the lifetime needs of a child with disabilities. It presents the Five Factors readers need to consider-family and support, emotional, financial, legal, and government benefits-and how to plan for these factors at every stage of a child's life. The second edition includes updates based on current law, fully revised chapters with a wealth of practical recommendations, and a ten-step, manageable planning process. Online resources include fillable timelines, worksheets, and other planning documents to help families create a secure, full, and happy life for and with their child"--
The Complete Guide to Creating a Special Needs Life Plan
Author: Hal Wright
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN: 0857006843
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 370
Book Description
The purpose of special needs planning is to create the best possible life for an adult with a disability. This book provides comprehensive guidance on creating a life plan to transition a special needs child to independence or to ensure they are well cared for in the future. Beginning with a vision of a meaningful life for the child, Hal Wright explains how to form a practical plan to reach these goals, how to mentor personal empowerment and task skills, and how to create circles of support to sustain a life plan. He next looks at employment and residential options, and government programs available in the United States. Finally he talks the reader through important financial and legal considerations, including how to fund and manage a special needs trust. This book will be essential reading for all parents or guardians of a child with a cognitive, mental or physical impairment. It will also be of interest to attorneys, financial planners, insurance agents, trust officers and other professionals looking to better serve the special needs community.
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN: 0857006843
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 370
Book Description
The purpose of special needs planning is to create the best possible life for an adult with a disability. This book provides comprehensive guidance on creating a life plan to transition a special needs child to independence or to ensure they are well cared for in the future. Beginning with a vision of a meaningful life for the child, Hal Wright explains how to form a practical plan to reach these goals, how to mentor personal empowerment and task skills, and how to create circles of support to sustain a life plan. He next looks at employment and residential options, and government programs available in the United States. Finally he talks the reader through important financial and legal considerations, including how to fund and manage a special needs trust. This book will be essential reading for all parents or guardians of a child with a cognitive, mental or physical impairment. It will also be of interest to attorneys, financial planners, insurance agents, trust officers and other professionals looking to better serve the special needs community.
Reflections from a Different Journey
Author: Stanley Klein
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN: 0071442766
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
Offers parents of children with disabilities inspiration and advice from those who've been there Reflections from a Different Journey presents 40 stories by successful adults who grew up with disabilities. They provide insights into what it is like to persevere in the face of community prejudices, and what it takes for families and children with disabilities to work together toward fulfillment. While there are many books for parents on raising a child with a disability, this is the first to help them learn from people with disabilities, and to help children face the unique challenges and rewards of growing up with a disability. Reflections from a Different Journey will also encourage and inspire older children and adults with disabilities, other family members, and education and health care professionals who serve these families.
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN: 0071442766
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
Offers parents of children with disabilities inspiration and advice from those who've been there Reflections from a Different Journey presents 40 stories by successful adults who grew up with disabilities. They provide insights into what it is like to persevere in the face of community prejudices, and what it takes for families and children with disabilities to work together toward fulfillment. While there are many books for parents on raising a child with a disability, this is the first to help them learn from people with disabilities, and to help children face the unique challenges and rewards of growing up with a disability. Reflections from a Different Journey will also encourage and inspire older children and adults with disabilities, other family members, and education and health care professionals who serve these families.
The ABC's of Special Needs Planning --made Easy
Author: Bart Stevens
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780972564205
Category : Children with disabilities
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This simple, step-by-step comprehensive guide helps families and professionals plan for the future care, supervision, security and quality of life for a person with special needs.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780972564205
Category : Children with disabilities
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This simple, step-by-step comprehensive guide helps families and professionals plan for the future care, supervision, security and quality of life for a person with special needs.
Life Care Planning for Your Child
Author: Gwendolyn A. Faulkner
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780982891803
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 114
Book Description
Life Care Planning for Special Needs Families is the first in a series of books designed to help the parents of special needs children to make informed decisions about their child's future. The book and the accompanying website, SpecialNeedsRoadmaps.com, show parents how to become proactive advocates for their special needs child of any age - toddler to adult.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780982891803
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 114
Book Description
Life Care Planning for Special Needs Families is the first in a series of books designed to help the parents of special needs children to make informed decisions about their child's future. The book and the accompanying website, SpecialNeedsRoadmaps.com, show parents how to become proactive advocates for their special needs child of any age - toddler to adult.
Legal Planning for Special Needs in Massachusetts
Author: Barbara Jackins
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780998814223
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO LEGAL PLANNING for Massachusetts parents of children with special needs. In a relaxed conversational style, Attorney Barbara Jackins explains the essential elements of SSI, guardianship, public benefits, and estate planning when there is a family member with a disability. Families will find the information they need to:* Obtain SSI benefits for a child who is age 18 or older* Contribute to a child's financial support without reducing public benefits* Understand the court process for guardianship* Learn about the alternatives to guardianship* Secure a child's financial future with a special needs trust
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780998814223
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO LEGAL PLANNING for Massachusetts parents of children with special needs. In a relaxed conversational style, Attorney Barbara Jackins explains the essential elements of SSI, guardianship, public benefits, and estate planning when there is a family member with a disability. Families will find the information they need to:* Obtain SSI benefits for a child who is age 18 or older* Contribute to a child's financial support without reducing public benefits* Understand the court process for guardianship* Learn about the alternatives to guardianship* Secure a child's financial future with a special needs trust
Planning for the Future
Author: L. Mark Russell
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780912891217
Category : Children with disabilities
Languages : en
Pages : 603
Book Description
A handbook of information for parents as they plan for their child's life after their own deaths. Easy to understand, describes step-by-step all of the elements that parents must consider to provide a happy and fulfilling life for their child with a disability--Cover.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780912891217
Category : Children with disabilities
Languages : en
Pages : 603
Book Description
A handbook of information for parents as they plan for their child's life after their own deaths. Easy to understand, describes step-by-step all of the elements that parents must consider to provide a happy and fulfilling life for their child with a disability--Cover.
Pennsylvania Special Needs Planning Guide
Author: Anna Sappington
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780997019926
Category : Estate planning
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780997019926
Category : Estate planning
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Wrightslaw
Author: Peter W. D. Wright
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 416
Book Description
Aimed at parents of and advocates for special needs children, explains how to develop a relationship with a school, monitor a child's progress, understand relevant legislation, and document correspondence and conversations.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 416
Book Description
Aimed at parents of and advocates for special needs children, explains how to develop a relationship with a school, monitor a child's progress, understand relevant legislation, and document correspondence and conversations.
Parenting an Adult with Disabilities or Special Needs
Author: Peggy Lou MORGAN
Publisher: AMACOM Div American Mgmt Assn
ISBN: 0814409911
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
Every parent of a child with disabilities knows just how overwhelming and frustrating it can be. When these children enter adulthood, the difficulties can become even greater. Many parents are tempted to keep their children at home, believing that they will be safer and happier under their care. But adults with special needs deserve the same chance at a happy life as everyone else. As the mother of an adult child with disabilities, Peggy Lou Morgan has years of experience dealing with the challenges these adults face every day. She believes that the most loving thing parents can do for their children is to prepare them to leave home in a way that works best for them. In Parenting an Adult with Disabilities or Special Needs, she gives parents invaluable advice on:teaching their adult child to be a self-advocate • helping their child cope with relationships • helping their child find a good vocational program • finding an apartment and a roommate • understanding government programs that can help their children while they become more independentCompassionate and thorough, this guide will help readers to ensure that their children leave the nest with confidence and joy.
Publisher: AMACOM Div American Mgmt Assn
ISBN: 0814409911
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
Every parent of a child with disabilities knows just how overwhelming and frustrating it can be. When these children enter adulthood, the difficulties can become even greater. Many parents are tempted to keep their children at home, believing that they will be safer and happier under their care. But adults with special needs deserve the same chance at a happy life as everyone else. As the mother of an adult child with disabilities, Peggy Lou Morgan has years of experience dealing with the challenges these adults face every day. She believes that the most loving thing parents can do for their children is to prepare them to leave home in a way that works best for them. In Parenting an Adult with Disabilities or Special Needs, she gives parents invaluable advice on:teaching their adult child to be a self-advocate • helping their child cope with relationships • helping their child find a good vocational program • finding an apartment and a roommate • understanding government programs that can help their children while they become more independentCompassionate and thorough, this guide will help readers to ensure that their children leave the nest with confidence and joy.