Welcome back to another insightful episode of Intentional Divorce Insights! Today, host Leah Hadley dives into the complexities of divorce involving children with special needs. She is joined by Mary Ann Hughes, a thought leader and specialist in this field, and the founder of Special Family Transitions.

Key Take Aways:

Special Needs Divorce Complexities: Mary Ann discusses how divorces involving children with disabilities differ from others, highlighting the importance of future planning for their well-being beyond age 18.

Business Mindset Approach: Discover why adopting a business mindset is crucial in special needs divorce cases. Mary Ann explains how it helps to focus on decision-making that impacts the child's future rather than being driven solely by emotion.

Role of a Divorce Coach: Learn about the critical role a special needs divorce coach plays in guiding families, managing emotions, and helping to build an effective team of professionals, including attorneys and financial planners. 

Common Challenges and Solutions: Mary Ann addresses common conflicts in special needs divorce cases, emphasizing the significance of communication and shared understanding regarding the child's needs.

Resources Mentioned:

Special Family Transitions: Visit Mary Ann’s website for resources and support for families navigating divorce with special needs children at https://www.specialfamilytransitions.com/

Divorce with Special Needs Children: Check out this collaborative resource website: https://divorcewithspecialneedschildren.com/  for a directory of trusted professionals.

Free Chapter Offer: Mary Ann offers a free chapter from a book she contributed to.

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YT: https://www.youtube.com/@specialfamilytransitions  

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