Special Needs-Legal and Future Planning

Description

This training will discuss the who, what, where, when, why and how of Government Benefits … SSI,
SSDI, Medicaid, Medicare, DAC, HBWD, Ticket to Work, PASS, and related topics. Additionally, the
training will cover the who, what, where, when, why and how of PUNs, Special Needs Estate
Planning including: Special Needs Trusts, Guardianships & Alternatives, gifting by grandparents and
extended family members, the impact of divorce and child support on government benefits,
determining the appropriate amount to leave, planning for when school years are over … when the
bus stops coming, Children’s Waiver for children under 18, navigating the maze of Adult Services (In-
Home, Residential, Supported Employment, Sheltered Employment, Developmental Training), the
state of the State and related topics.

Location McHenry County Mental Health Board
620 Dakota Street
Crystal Lake, IL 60012
Date 6/4/2012 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM (Check in 8:45 AM)
Sponsor McHenry County Mental Health Board and Options and Advocacy
Trainer Brian Rubin, J.D. and Sherri Schneider, QSP
Contact Karen Rios (815) 477-4720 karen.rios@opad.org
Principles 1. Support families
5. Comprehensive plans
8. Quality services
Credit Hours 2.0 - Working with Families
Cost $0
Status Closed