Special Needs Planning with Consolidated Planning Group

Raising a child with special needs requires careful planning for the future. During this webinar, we will hear from Special Needs Attorney Leona Filis as she shares the top eight steps needed to prepare properly for the future of your family. These eight steps include a discussion of:

1. Interest Lists for Medicaid Waiver Programs

2. DID evaluation

3. Special Needs Trust

4. 529A account

5. Life insurance and disability insurance

6. Will, POA, and Medical POA

7. Talk to your child’s school about Section 504 and Special Education

8. Guardianship or the least restrictive alternative Join this webinar to learn how to plan for your future properly!

So you (or your child) want a job? That’s great! Obtaining a job when you have a disability comes with challenges, but with the right support, it's completely possible for you to find your dream job, build a career, and support yourself! Join Cheyenne Jock, Director of Jobs for Best Buddies Texas, as she gives step-by-step instructions on things you can do today to prepare for employment. You will walk away with action items on how you can support your loved ones with a disability in their job search. Also, learn what community resources have helped Best Buddies participants across the world find success!

A Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCS) waiver helps people with disabilities live and work in their community. This waiver can cover things almost NEVER covered by private insurance, like an attendant that helps someone get out of bed and get dressed, support to help someone get or keep a job, or specialized interventions to help with someone's behaviors in particular situations. Plus, so much more! Join this webinar as Lynsy Meier from Sevita Health shares insight about how to get the most out of your HCS waiver.

Once a child with special needs becomes a legal adult, how does a parent continue to protect and make decisions for that child? During this webinar we will be joined by Special Needs Attorney Melissa Donovan who will discuss the guardianship option as well as alternatives to the guardianship such as powers of attorney, supported decision-making agreements, special needs trusts, and representative payees. You will learn factors to consider in determining the best course of action for a disabled adult child and will receive an overview of the guardianship process in Texas, including the timeline, court procedures, options for limited guardianships, requirements for maintaining the guardianship, and tips for a smooth proceeding.

As children with special needs transition to the teen and young adult years, their needs change significantly. You can prepare your child and yourselves for a successful transition to independence. Join us to learn the key steps you can take to make the transition as smooth as possible!

As a parent of a child with special needs, you know there are many decisions to be made as it relates to the future of your family member with special needs. Considerations such as transitioning, future care options, and preservation of benefit eligibility are a few items that require intentional evaluation. These are especially important if you have a child who may need care for the rest of their life. Join us as we explain how to successfully plan for your future.

Looking for a college experience for your child with special needs? We have the answers to the questions families have when considering the best option for their student who is neurodiverse or has a disability when transitioning out of high school. The discussion will include answers to these frequently asked questions: What options are available after high school? What makes a college good for students with disabilities? What unique planning considerations should I consider? Join us as we explain how to successfully plan for your future.

In this session, we will review SSI & Medicaid, SSDI & Medicare, and Childhood Disability Benefits. We will review when and how to apply, how to be prepared for your appointment, and how to maintain eligibility going forward. You will learn how to maximize benefits for your family. Many of our children with disabilities do not qualify for SSI & Medicaid as minors. The landscape changes when they turn 18. Whether you are already getting benefits and aren't sure if your benefits are maximized or you need guidance on how to get started, this session is for you. Join us as we explain how to successfully plan for your future.

Join this presentation to learn about services available through the University of Houston Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities. Our speaker is Program Manager Tessa Conaway. This presentation will provide an overview of ABA therapy and how it can be utilized for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities. It will also cover available ABA therapy services at the University of Houston Clear Lake’s Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities.

If you have a child with special needs, you may have wondered about ABA therapy. Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is not without controversy. Some professionals believe it is a valid approach, especially in the support of individuals with autism. Join this webinar to hear from Board Certified Behavior Analyst Armando Bernal as he explains the value of ABA. You will learn the red and green flags to look for when searching for an ABA provider. This presentation will provide a list of qualities a provider should have and your rights as a parent with an autistic child. In addition, you will be inspired by Armando's story about his own journey with autism spectrum disorder.