Special Needs Trusts
Special needs trusts are often used to create a fund to provide goods and services not available through government assistance programs such as Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income (SSI), while simultaneously maintaining eligibility for these critical programs. The funds in a special needs trust can be used to pay for entertainment, travel, education, accessible transportation, advanced medical and dental care, electronic equipment, ride share membership, a bus/rail pass, a car, a home, and more. In short, a special needs trust can help maximize your loved one’s quality of life.
Contact a Pennsylvania Special Needs Planning Attorney
It is important to note that each government assistance program has its own set of rules, which can be highly complex. An improperly designed, funded, or implemented special needs trust can jeopardize your loved one’s eligibility for Medicaid, SSI, and other programs. We have extensive experience in this specialized area of the law and welcome the opportunity to be of service to you. We invite you to contact us at your earliest convenience to schedule a personal meeting to discuss your loved one’s particular needs and your planning goals.
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