Like many other California residents, you understand that it is important to have your estate planning in order for the benefit of your loved ones. However, what about taking charge of your own medical and financial needs if you become ... Read More
If you are the parent or caregiver of a person with special needs in California, you may feel the pressing responsibility of organizing a plan for the care and support of your loved one in the event something happens to ... Read More
You may already know that special needs trusts are available for you to provide financially for a disabled loved one in California, both now and after your death. You may also know that special needs trusts allow you to provide ... Read More
Parents and loved ones of someone with a disability can be faced with many challenges as they plan for the future. This situation can be especially difficult when resources are limited, and the person is unable to support themselves. While ... Read More
If you have a child or other loved one with a significant disability, you have probably thought about ways to make sure that they will have all that they need in the future. For many, families, government programs such as ... Read More
For a California resident living on benefits public assistance programs such as Medi-Cal (California Medicaid) and Social Security Income (SSI), there is usually little to no money left at the end of the month after covering basic expenses. Fortunately, someone ... Read More
When you have a child or loved one with a severe disability, planning for his or her care is usually a significant priority. After going through the government benefit application and eligibility process, the recipient is usually left with income-sensitive ... Read More
When someone has a significant disability and requires government program assistance to meet their basic living needs these benefits are rarely enough to afford them more than a basic quality of life. This is because these programs provide just enough ... Read More
Having a loved with a disability can mean having to become well-versed in government program guidelines and eligibility requirements while making sure they have what is needed to live comfortably. Even if you do not live close by, setting up ... Read More
Parents of a child with a disability often have to become experts on their child’s condition and care options, be well-versed in government benefit programs, and be tireless advocates for their education and treatment options. When the child has a ... Read More