Why Siblings Shouldn’t Be SNT Trustees By Steve Dale It may be counter-intuitive, but when considering trustees for your child’s special needs trust (SNT), naming a sibling – or another family member – is not a good idea. Having them on the front line for day-to-day activities could be a disservice to everyone involved. A more successful model, instead, casts them [...] Read the full article » Posted: August 8th, 2011 | 4 Comments » Transition Planning Should Start Early by Ann McGee Green Transition planning, which readies a young person with disabilities for adulthood, should ideally begin at the age of 14 or 15. At that time, the teen, parents, and educators should discuss the skills that will be needed to support “life after school.” Will college be an option? Is employment likely? Will [...] Read the full article » Posted: July 25th, 2011 | No Comments »

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