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EPISODE · Jul 25, 2025 · 52 MIN

Who Will Look After Your Dependents When You’re Gone? Conversation with Jeff Stinson, part 2

from Staring Down the Storm: Autism Advocacy in America · host Tabitha Zeigler

I continue my important discussion with lawyer Jeff Stinson this week in part two, where we dig deeper into the complexities of guardianship issues, particularly concerning individuals with autism, ADHD, and other disabilities, and the unsettling national conversations around these topics. We discuss the historical and contemporary aspects of guardianship, the importance of alternatives to family guardians, and the resources available in Indiana. Jeff and I talk about special needs trusts, ABLE accounts, and the critical need for early and proactive planning for the futures of special needs individuals. We also circle back to the vital role of volunteers, the benefits of internships for young people considering elder law, and the necessity of educating families about legal options to prevent crises. devices, and ensuring comprehensive care plans are in place.How to reach Jeff Stinson and Stinson Law Firm:Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-⁠https://stinsonelderlaw.com/⁠Email - ⁠[email protected]⁠Address -650 East Carmel Drive, Suite 230,Carmel, IN 46032on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠Contact Tabitha:[email protected]

I continue my important discussion with lawyer Jeff Stinson this week in part two, where we dig deeper into the complexities of guardianship issues, particularly concerning individuals with autism, ADHD, and other disabilities, and the unsettling national conversations around these topics. We discuss the historical and contemporary aspects of guardianship, the importance of alternatives to family guardians, and the resources available in Indiana. Jeff and I talk about special needs trusts, ABLE accounts, and the critical need for early and proactive planning for the futures of special needs individuals. We also circle back to the vital role of volunteers, the benefits of internships for young people considering elder law, and the necessity of educating families about legal options to prevent crises. devices, and ensuring comprehensive care plans are in place.How to reach Jeff Stinson and Stinson Law Firm:Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-⁠https://stinsonelderlaw.com/⁠Email - ⁠[email protected]⁠Address -650 East Carmel Drive, Suite 230,Carmel, IN 46032on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠Contact Tabitha:[email protected]

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