Most government benefit programs for people with disabilities come with a hard asset limit. For Supplemental Security Income, that ceiling is $2,000. For Medicaid, the rules vary but the threshold is similarly low. A person who receives an inheritance, a lawsuit settlement, or a generous gift can lose those benefits the...
Down Syndrome Awareness Month Did you know October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month? This is a time to celebrate individuals with Down Syndrome as well as raise awareness about the unique challenges they face. One of the most pressing concerns for families is ensuring their loved ones are protected from harm, especially...
An ABLE account is a special savings account for people with disabilities created by the Achieving a Better Life Experience Act (ABLE) of 2014. The purpose of these accounts is to allow people with disabilities to save money in a tax-favored way without jeopardizing means-tested benefits like Medicaid, SNAP (formerly...