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What’s the difference between SSI and SSDI?
June 18, 2024
SSI stands for Supplemental Security Income. This is money from the federal government that is available for children and adults with disabilities with low income and few resources. You must apply and qualify to receive this money. We’ll include a brief overview of SSI here.
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Re-Release: 5 tips for filing taxes for people with disabilities
January 31, 2024
Nothing’s sure but… well, you know the end of that sentence. If your family includes a child or adult with a disability, here are 5 important things to know before you file your taxes for 2023.
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ABLE Accounts: an important part of financial planning for a child with a disability
January 29, 2024
Do you know about ABLE Accounts? Learn about this great tool for supporting a disabled child or adult without risking their benefits.
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5 Things to Know Before Filing Taxes for People with Disabilities
January 25, 2024
With tax season here, we’ve provided 5 things that you should know about the different tax credits, deductions, and liabilities affecting families with children and adults with disabilities.
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The Application Process for Getting SSI
December 21, 2023
Are you or your family member eligible for SSI (Supplemental Security Income)? This is determined by a person’s age, disability and financial resources. If you think you or your child qualify, this is generally how the process goes:
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Resources for children with disabilities: how to find them
July 20, 2023
Resources for children with disabilities: what are they, how do I find them? Listen along as I break down the systems of services on this week’s episode.
Read moreServices for children with disabilities (and their families, too)
December 21, 2022
Looking for services for children with disabilities? Start here to learn about the 3 systems that can support your child and your family.
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5 tips for filing taxes for people with disabilities
March 23, 2022
Nothing’s sure but… well, you know the end of that sentence. If your family includes a child or adult with a disability, here are 5 important things to know before you file your taxes in 2022.Narrated by Christina Kozik; Written by Julie McKinney in consultation with Ken W. Shulman, Day Pitney LLP.
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10 Tips: Financial Planning For Children With Disabilities
September 1, 2021
Find Financial Security With These Tips That Help Families Who Have Children With Special Needs or Disabled Individuals Save Money & Find Access to Government Programs
Read moreFamilies First Emergency Paid Leave: what does it mean for families of children with disabilities?
April 28, 2020
Families of children with disabilities really need to know the facts because many of us may need to use this leave. Schools are closed and those of us lucky enough to work remotely are trying to work from the coat closet at home (just me?).
Read moreRepresentative Payee: Help a Loved One with Social Security
March 20, 2017
According to the Census Bureau, there are nearly 57 million people living with disabilities in the United States. Thirty percent of American adults help provide care for a sick or disabled family member. Caregivers provide physical and emotional support for the people in their care. It’s a demanding job with its stresses and rewards,…
Read moreTop 10 Tips: Financial Planning for Families of People with Special Needs
April 28, 2016
The financial planning process for families caring for children or adults with disabilities may seem overwhelming. We have been there both personally and professionally. To make the process easier, we break it down into what we call the Five Factors of Special Needs Financial Planning™: financial, government benefits, legal, family & support, and emotional.Touching on…
Read moreDo I need to reapply for SSI when my child turns 18?
April 12, 2016
April 4-13, 2016 is “My Social Security Week.” To mark it, here is the first in a regular series of Q&As with Kristen Alberino, veteran public affairs specialist with the Social Security Administration (SSA) in Quincy. They're based on actual parent questions about SSI (Supplemental Security Income) we’ve fielded at Exceptional Lives.Q. My 17-year old…
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National Nutrition Month: Get Food Help from SNAP
March 1, 2016
March is National Nutrition Month, so it’s a great time to remind you that you may be able to get food help from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).SNAP, which used to be known as food stamps, is a U.S. nutrition program that gives families money each month to help pay for groceries. This money is stored…
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