Clay is 13 years old and has never flown in an airplane. His mom, Jennifer, avoided taking him to the airport because he gets overly anxious when he is among big crowds and lots of noise. This year, his grandmother was celebrating … [Read more...]
Supreme Court Rules that the Bare Minimum Isn’t Enough/Planning for an Uncertain Future
Posted on August 11, 2017 · Leave a Comment
Q. My daughter, Hailey, has high-functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is severely learning disabled, and has a difficult time paying attention in school. We have attended Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings, and … [Read more...]
Critter Corner: An ABLE Account for a Loved One with a Disability
Posted on August 11, 2017 · Leave a Comment
Dear Angel, I have an intellectually disabled daughter, and I’ve seen a lot of information this month from the ABLE National Resource Center through their #ABLEtoSave campaign. I understand that it’s state run, and that … [Read more...]
But I’m NOT Sick!
Posted on March 17, 2017 · Leave a Comment
Q. Sometimes when I walk my dogs, I see my neighbor Adam swinging on the swing his parents installed on their front porch. I am a pretty friendly person and usually greet all of my neighbors when I see them outside, and make small … [Read more...]
Special Needs Trust Fairness Act Becomes Law
Posted on December 21, 2016 · Leave a Comment
Carolyn is physically disabled, but has full mental capacity. Her parents and grandparents are no longer around. She would like to set up a Special Needs Trust for herself, to ensure that she is protected against the risk of … [Read more...]
Setting up an ABLE Account and New Legislation
Posted on October 7, 2016 · Leave a Comment
Q. Our son, Isaiah, has high-functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder, and we are thrilled to say that he was recently accepted into trade school. I heard from a friend at work about the ABLE Act. I don’t know much about it, but I've … [Read more...]
Critter Corner: Federal Initiatives for Autism
Posted on October 7, 2016 · Leave a Comment
Dear Commander Bun Bun, My son has Autism Spectrum Disorder. I know there are lots of private initiatives out there to raise money and awareness. What I don't know is whether there are any federal initiatives that may be in … [Read more...]
Massive Amount of Romance Scams Target Older Victims
Posted on September 2, 2016 · Leave a Comment
Q. My brother is a disabled older adult living in a group home. He has no assets thathe can access himself, but does have significant assets in a special needs trust with me as the trustee. Recently, he has been asking me for … [Read more...]
Help! My Husband Was Recently Diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder
Posted on July 15, 2016 · Leave a Comment
Q. I was 25 years old when I met my now husband, Elliot. We became best friends and two years later, then we got married and had a baby. Fifteen years and three children later, I began to notice lots of changes in his personality … [Read more...]
Critter Corner: New Mental Health Bill Introduced in Congress
Posted on July 15, 2016 · Leave a Comment
Dear Commander Bun Bun, I am a caregiver for my brother, who has schizophrenia. I heard something about a bill to help caregivers like myself and those with mental illnesses. Do you know anything about it, and if so, can you … [Read more...]
