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It's a daunting task to put together an estate plan in Missouri for yourself and maybe even a spouse. When you add children, the complexity increases.  If a child has special needs, it becomes imperative to have an estate plan in place—because you may be their only source of support socially, emo...

When parents have a child with a mental or physical disability, they should consider creating a special needs trust. A special needs trust provides for a quality of life. It sets out terms for a care manager, care provisions, and housing. It is an important plan especially for the child aging into adulthood.

Let's explore estate planning, elder law and the law firm Your Estate Ally® . Who is Your Estate Ally®? Why choose Sheri Tucker as your estate planning or elder law attorney? Estate Planning changed over the years. Elder care and special needs is now an important part of estate planning today. staying up-to-date strengthens the attorney's ability to advocate for seniors and those with special needs. Learn more about Your Estate Ally and Sheri Tucker, attorney.

Creating your estate plan is important for everyone.  Estate planning for a child with a disability is crucial.  Are you thinking about Guardianship? You should also think about a Supplemental or Special Needs Trust. What is guardianship? How is guardianship and special needs trusts related? When...

What is a Third-Party Special Needs Trust (SNT)? A Third-Party SNT is an estate planning tool that helps provide a quality of life. Often family members desire a way to provide for a child with a disability.  Parents with  child who has a disability should consider taking an extra step in estate ...

What happens if a person with special needs is injured? What happens when that person receives a settlement and is on government benefits? When should a person consider a First-Party Special Needs Trust? Estate Planning is important when a loved one relies on access to state services or governmen...