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Special Needs News is a monthly e-newsletter that brings you reports of legal developments and other trends of vital interest to those with special needs and their advocates. This newsletter is brought to you by Dana Perry  and the other members of the Elder Law and Special Needs Practice Group of Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, P.C.
What to Do When Your Child Turns 18, Part III: Medical Coverage and Housing

Medical coverage and housing may be the two most important services to make sure are taken care of once your child turns 18.

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What You Need to Know About Applying for Disability Benefits

Applying for disability benefits from the federal government through the SSDI or SSI programs can be a daunting task.  Here is a brief overview of how the application process works and what you can expect after you've applied.

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Care Committees Help Trustees Make Decisions When They Don't Know It All

If you don't know one trustee who knows all there is to know about caring for a person with special needs, you may want to consider setting up a care committee for your special needs trust.

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A Short Primer on SSI Income Rules

The rules for how income will reduce a Supplemental Security Income (SSI) beneficiary's monthly benefit can be very confusing. Here is a quick look at how the Social Security Administration (SSA) treats an SSI beneficiary's

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