This article is an updated version of one originally published in August 2014 by SNA member Ed Wilcenski of Wilcenski & Pleat, PLLC in Clifton Park, NY, and now-retired SNA member Barbara Hughes. Studies indicate that divorce rates increase with the onset of a disability. While any divorce is likely to be disruptive, when one [...] The post When People with Disabilities Divorce appeared first on Special Needs Alliance.| Special Needs Alliance
This issue of The Voice® was written by SNA members Thomas Begley, Jr., CELA, and Emily Schurr of the Begley Law Group in Moorestown, NJ. The firm focuses on all areas of elder and disability law, including estate planning, special needs planning, special needs trusts, personal injury settlements, Medicaid planning and applications, estate and trust [...] The post The Importance of Life Care Plans appeared first on Special Needs Alliance.| Special Needs Alliance
I welcome Jessica Cooper, our vocal coach, once again to the blog. Many people think that “warming up the voice” and “doing vocal exercises” are one and the same. However, they serve two distinct (and equally crucial) purposes, and understanding this difference is key to healthy speaking (and singing). Warming Up: Increasing Blood Flow, Releasing ... The post Warming Up vs. Technique: Why Both Matter for a Healthy, Resonant Voice appeared first on Public Words.| Public Words
Welcome back to The Voice newsletter! As we approach the end of another busy quarter, I’m excited to bring you the latest edition of our participant and| Ability Options
We all know the real estate maxim, Location, Location, Location. But I am a public policy advisor, so my maxim is Relationships!| Special Needs Alliance
ItIf you are the trustee of a special needs trust, you’re preparing to have the CPA file the necessary tax returns.| Special Needs Alliance
If you have a child or family member with special needs, you’ve probably already set up a third-party special needs trust.| Special Needs Alliance
Welcome back to The Voice newsletter! With the year now well underway at Ability Options, I thought I would share some of what we have been up to and our| Ability Options