When making plans for the future, it’s crucial to work with an attorney who has a comprehensive awareness of all aspects of estate planning. There are many intricate federal and state provisions and laws regarding special needs planning that only a firm exclusively committed to elder law understands. At the Elder Law Practice of Scott E. Collins, PLLC, our managing attorney, founder and owner, has devoted his life to serving people and dedicated his career to helping families throughout Madison County and eastern Kentucky..

Special needs planning helps take care of child or an adult with serious disabilities. These individuals qualify for government benefits, but those benefits usually only cover necessities such as food and shelter. When a person wants to provide a better quality of life for their loved one by giving them additional financial support, the individual could then lose his or her government benefits. Special Needs persons can get trapped in the web of regulations and narrow options.

We can help you set up a Stable Account or special needs trust which will protect their benefits while providing a more comfortable lifestyle. A special needs trust will give your loved one the quality of life you want them to have without giving up the benefits they desperately need.

A special needs provision in a Last Will and Testament includes very specific language that will make sure your loved one is able to have what you would like them to have without compromising their government benefits. This is important for those who already have a disability and or if one was to become disabled later. It’s imperative that this language is updated when necessary or your loved one could lose out on all they deserve.

We will help ensure that your loved one is protected by carefully crafting the proper documents and taking the appropriate measures. You can rest assured that your loved one will be taken care of when you are no longer able to do so.

Call us at (859) 544-6012 to let us help you begin to plan for the future. Our attorneys are happy to meet with you at a time that is convenient for you. If you’d prefer to reach us via email, please contact us online. Your initial consultation is free, and we are here to help.