Turning 18 with Special Needs: Guardianship, Power of Attorney, and What Illinois Parents Must Do

Turning 18 doesn’t just mean a birthday cake, it means your child suddenly has full legal authority under Illinois law. Here’s how a special needs trust, guardianship, and power of attorney work together to keep them protected.

Special Needs Trust vs. ABLE Account in Illinois: Which Should You Set Up or do You Need Both?

Wondering whether a special needs trust or an ABLE account is right for your family? We break down how each protects Medicaid and SSI benefits, and why many Illinois families end up using both together.

Will an Inheritance Affect My Child’s SSI or Medicaid Benefits?

Worried an inheritance could cost your child their SSI or Medicaid? A special needs trust might be the answer. Here’s how these trusts work and which type fits your family’s situation.

First-Party vs. Third-Party Special Needs Trusts: What’s the Difference?

Worried an inheritance might cost your loved one their Medicaid or SSI benefits? Here’s how a special needs trust works, why first-party and third-party trusts differ, and which option might protect your family best.