How Can Our Family Spend Money That’s in a Special Needs Trust?

A Special Needs Trust can hold money or title to property for the benefit of a disabled individual. The funds need to be used to supplement benefits received from government programs such as Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). However, it is important to understand what type of purchases are allowed – and which are not – so that these critical benefits are protected..   Funds in a Special Needs Trusts can be used for:  : medical and dental expenses eye glasses annual check-ups transportation (including vehicle purchase) medical equipment training programs maintenance education insurance (including payment of premiums) rehabilitation In some cases, funds in a Special Needs Trust can  pay for: entertainment such as movies electronic equipment trips and vacations computer equipment athletic training and competitions companion services/home heath aid other items related to self-esteem such as hair cuts Special Needs Trusts are designed to…

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