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In this section we will review the key components involved with special needs planning.  Already have a plan in place?  Take this quiz to help you determine if you have planned adequately.  Don't worry, you won't be graded!  Here you will learn about naming a legal guardian and planning for your dependent's financial, medical and educational needs.  Also take the opportunity to look at some interesting newsletter articles from our national partner, MetDESK.

• Planning Quiz - How well have you planned for your dependent's future?
• Special Needs Information - Learn about important topics such as wills, trusts, guardianship, SSI, IEPs, Medicaid and more.
• MetDESK Special Needs Calculator - When Funding A Special Needs Trust:  How Much is Enough?  Use our calculator to find out. 
• Newsletters - National articles of interest and importance to your family on topics like UCP's Life Without Limits, Recognizing Key Tax Deductions and more.

Special Needs Information

• Last Will and Testament  How a will can play a vital role in your dependent's future.     
• Guardianships and Conservatorships  Will your dependent need a guardian after he/she turns 18?
• Special Needs Trusts  How a special needs trust protect your dependent.
• Planning for Financial Needs  Ensuring your dependent has sufficient financial resources to meet his/her needs in the future.
• Finding Financial Aid  Where to find financial relief for your family.
• Planning for Medical Needs  Make the most of your medical insurance and get much needed benefits paid. 
• Planning for Educational Needs  Getting your dependent the best education possible. 
• Individualized Education Program (IEP)  Your rights and responsibilities in your dependent's IEP. 
• Special Needs Issues in the News  Americans with Disabilities Act and SSI Law changes affecting special needs planning.
• State of Connecticut Department of Developmental Services  All things DDS including programs and services, forms and regional information.
• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)  Understanding and applying for Supplemental Security Income.  
• Medicaid   The basics on Connecticut's Medicaid Programs. 

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 MetDESK^® Newsletters

Nov-Dec 2009 Issue "Recognizing Some Key Medical Tax Deductions for Parents of Children with Special Needs"

Sept-Oct 2009 Issue  "The Importance of Special Needs Planning"

Jul-Aug 2009 Issue  "What Grandparents Can Do to Help Their Adult Child Who Has a Special Needs Child"

May-Jun 2009 Issue  "In The Public Eye - Prenatal Testing for Down Syndrome" Part 2

Mar-Apr 2009 Issue  "In The Public Eye - Prenatal Testing for Down Syndrome"

Jan-Feb 2009 Issue  "Realizing Your Child's Potential"

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