End-of-Life Care Planning for Individuals With Special Needs
Discussing end-of-life care with a loved one who has an intellectual or developmental disability is about honoring who they are, what matters to them, and how they want to live.

Discussing end-of-life care with a loved one who has an intellectual or developmental disability is about honoring who they are, what matters to them, and how they want to live.
Special needs trusts enable people with disabilities to receive financial support without losing eligibility for needs-based government benefits such as Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income.
Disability service animals play a crucial role in assisting individuals with disabilities, protecting their health, performing tasks, and navigating their daily lives. However, despite legal protections, discrimination against individuals with service animals still occurs.
The United States has laws that protect…