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Special-Needs Trusts

Learn what a Special-Needs Trust is, why you need one, and how to get one from these articles and sites.
What Is a Special Needs Trust?
Definition of a Special Needs Trust, with a link to more information.
The Special Needs Trust
Lengthy article by Richard W. Fee, M.A., M.Ed, from the Institute on Life Planning for Persons with Disabilities includes information on many aspects of Special Needs STrusts and a worksheet for determining expenses of the person with a disability.
Special Needs Trust
From the Fragile X Foundation site, this article by two attornies who handle Special Needs Trusts give examples of why trusts are necessary and how they are implemented.
Special Needs Trusts
Learn more about Special Needs Trusts and other special needs financial planning issues from the Special Needs Center at Merrill Lynch.
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
Elder Law attorneys often also specialize in legal issues involving children with special needs, and can help with setting up trusts. Use this database to find an attorney in your area.
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