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Monthly Archive for: "August, 2019"
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By Elizabeth Phillips
In Special Needs News
Posted August 27, 2019

Congress Takes Aim at Ending Subminimum Wages for Workers with Disabilities

Some workers with disabilities have been performing the same routine tasks for decades, earning less than $1 an hour -- and the practice is entirely legal.  New legislation would change that.

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By Elizabeth Phillips
In Elder Law News
Posted August 23, 2019

Will My Advance Directive Work in Another State?

If you move to a different state or split your time between one or more states, you should make sure your advance directive is valid in all the states you frequent.

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By Elizabeth Phillips
In Special Needs News
Posted August 22, 2019

When Should You Consider Changing Your Special Needs Plan’s Key Players?

A good special needs plan involves many key players, including a guardian, a health care proxy, an executor, a trustee and possibly a trust protector.  It’s a good idea to review these [...]

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By Elizabeth Phillips
In Special Needs News
Posted August 21, 2019

Dental Care Becoming More Disability Inclusive

Dental care rarely gets attention as a disability rights issue, but numerous people with disabilities suffer from inadequate and inaccessible dental care.  There are signs this may be changing.

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By Elizabeth Phillips
In Special Needs News
Posted August 14, 2019

Possible Change to How the Government Calculates Inflation Raises Concerns for Those with Disabilities

The government is considering changing its inflation calculation in a way that could mean that millions of children, seniors and people with disabilities losing access to vital programs, and [...]

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By Elizabeth Phillips
In Elder Law News
Posted August 9, 2019

A New Rule May Make It Harder for Medicare Beneficiaries to Receive Home Care

It may become harder for Medicare beneficiaries to find home health care due to a new rule from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Although the rule changes the way home [...]

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By Elizabeth Phillips
In Special Needs News
Posted August 8, 2019

Five Questions to Ask Yourself When Choosing a Trustee for Your Special Needs Trust

The choice of trustee is one of the most important decisions you’ll make regarding your special needs trust.  Here are five questions to keep in mind when considering who will serve in this [...]

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By Elizabeth Phillips
In Elder Law News
Posted August 2, 2019

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren May Qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit

Raising a grandchild can be tough financially, but grandparents should be aware that there is a tax credit available that could help them. 

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