Essential Legal Strategies for Families with Special Needs. Conversation with Jeff Stinson, part 1

My conversation this week is with lawyer Jeff Stinson of Stinson Law Firm, in Carmel, Indiana. Jeff specializes in Elder Law, and has a particular interest in how it applies to parents and caregivers of children with autism, and the broader disability community.Jeff emphasizes the importance of proactive planning, especially when a child with disabilities approaches the age of 18. He shares insights into Medicaid waivers, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and the new supportive decision-making framework, while also highlighting the challenges and solutions related to transitioning to adulthood. Jeff also discusses his personal journey into this law specialty and the collaborative efforts of a coalition working to protect disability services in Indiana.How to reach Jeff Stinson and Stinson Law Firm:Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-https://stinsonelderlaw.com/Email - [email protected] -650 East Carmel Drive, Suite 230,Carmel, IN 46032on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠on ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedInContact Tabitha:[email protected]