Special Needs Planning with Consolidated Planning Group

A Special Needs Trust is a game-changer for families with special needs. But is it possible to bring a third party to the table rather than relying on a family member to act as administrator? Join this webinar with Special Needs Attorney Alison Packard to learn how a corporation can manage your special needs trust. During this webinar, we will learn: · What are the pros and cons of hiring a corporation to act as my trustee? · What organizations are recommended? · Can I appoint a sibling to act as a trustee and bring in a corporation to manage the trust? · How much does it cost to hire a corporate trustee? · Which is better? Revocable or irrevocable trust?

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.

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.

This insightful presentation from Sally Waterfield of Smart Families explores the impact of technology on children's brain development, highlighting why adolescent brains are uniquely susceptible to online dangers. We'll cover how technology companies use manipulative tactics to create compulsive app users and examine the online risks children face, including cyberbullying, privacy breaches, and exposure to inappropriate content. Join us to understand these challenges and learn strategies to protect and support your child's healthy development in the digital world.

Advocacy is not achieved overnight, especially for parents learning medical advocacy for their loved ones with complex care needs. Did you know you are a part of your child's healthcare team and you have the right to become their biggest advocate? Moreover, your child needs you to be their biggest advocate. Join us as Aubrey Jones, Ph.D. speaks about medical advocacy and palliative care options for your loved one with complex care needs. Dr. Jones is from Courageous Parents Network, a non-profit that helps parents and others caring for children with serious medical conditions

HIPP is an optional State Medicaid program that helps reimburse eligible individuals for their share of an employer-sponsored health insurance premium payment. It is for families with at least one person who gets Medicaid. People enrolled in any Medicaid program, with a few exceptions, are eligible to enroll in HIPP. Join this webinar to hear from Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC)!

Divorce and child support are legally complex and emotionally challenging issues on their own. When these issues involve children with special needs, parents must be even more mindful to ensure that their children are protected. If these special considerations are not appropriately addressed, it could be disastrous for the children with special needs. Join this webinar as Board Certified Family Law Attorney Mike Day addresses how parents can best protect their children with special needs in the midst of litigating a divorce or child support dispute. In addition, Mary Ann Hughes, Special Needs Divorce Coach and founder of Special Family Transitions, will share tips on being proactive and organized in divorce, to better deal with the overwhelming issues of special needs divorce and more effectively advocate for yourself and your child with a disability.

Looking for ideas to keep your child active and engaged while school is out for the summer break? What to do and where to go is often the question, and finding programs suitable for a child’s special needs is challenging. Join our webinar to meet some great folks who offer wonderful resources to help kids of all ability levels have a great summer.

Our panel includes:

Autism Fitness, Bloom Fitness, Dance Dynamics, Joeys Journeys, Hurley Piano, Able Mindset, Missouri City Parks and Recs

Many families assume that once their graduate leaves the local School District program, there are no further educational options available. Not so! There are several opportunities for further education! Join this panel webinar to hear from multiple college programs available to your high school graduate!

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!