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Autism at 18: Do You Really Need Guardianship? with Melissa Donovan

Autism at 18: Do You Really Need Guardianship? with Melissa Donovan24 Aug16 min

What actually happens when your autistic child turns 18? For many families, this transition brings overwhelming questions about guardianship, SSI, financial planning and long-term independence. But what most parents don’t realize is that guardianship is not always required and in some cases, it may not be the best option. In Part 2 of this conversation, Mike Carr speaks with special needs planning attorney Melissa Donovan to break down the real decisions families face as their child approache...