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EPISODE · Oct 20, 2026 · 16 MIN

Turning 18 Changes Everything

from Planning for Their Future · host Reggie Peral

In this episode, you’ll learn: → The four things that change on your child’s 18th birthday, and why so many families are caught off guard → The full range of decision-making options, from guardianship to less restrictive choices like a health care proxy and supported decision-making → Why SSI can open up at 18 for families who never qualified before, and what to have ready at 14, 16, and 17 Your authority as a parent doesn’t phase out slowly. It ends on a single day. Plan for it early, and the birthday becomes a milestone instead of a scramble. Build your family’s plan: Your loved one’s future depends on decisions that are all connected: benefits, trusts, housing, the people you name, and your own retirement. The free Lifetime Care Plan workbook walks you through all six pieces, with fillable worksheets you can finish at your own pace. 👉 Download the free workbook: https://www.clearviewfw.com/free-workbook Episode resources: → Book a 30-minute call with Reggie: https://calendly.com/reggie-clearviewfw/30min → Listen to Episode 8: SSI and Medicaid → Learn about the Six P’s of Lifetime Care Planning: https://www.clearviewfw.com This episode is for educational purposes only and is not legal, tax, or investment advice.

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