Academy of Special Needs Planners

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The Academy of Special Needs Planners (ASNP) consists of special needs planning professionals such as attorneys, financial planners and trust officers that assists them in providing the highest quality service and advice to persons with special needs and to their families. The Academy provides its members with the latest information on legal developments nationwide and a forum for exchanging best practices in providing service to persons with special needs. It also provides special needs professionals the tools and education to improve their understanding of the unique challenges that arise during special needs planning.

Do I Need a Birth Certificate to Get SSI Benefits?
02/02/2026

Do I Need a Birth Certificate to Get SSI Benefits?



Is it possible to qualify for Social Security benefits such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) without a birth certificate? The short answer is yes.

Driver's License Designations for Individuals With Autism
01/30/2026

Driver's License Designations for Individuals With Autism



Some states now let people with autism and other communication disabilities choose to add a symbol or note to their driver’s license or state ID to a...

ABLE Accounts Will Be Available for More People in 2026
01/29/2026

ABLE Accounts Will Be Available for More People in 2026



Starting January 1, 2026, the maximum age of disability onset for ABLE account eligibility will increase from 26 to 46 due to the ABLE Age Adjustment Ac...

Early bird pricing for the 20th Annual Academy of Special Needs Planners (ASNP) National Conference ends this Friday, Ja...
01/27/2026

Early bird pricing for the 20th Annual Academy of Special Needs Planners (ASNP) National Conference ends this Friday, January 30. Register now to join us on April 30 and May 1, where you will acquire valuable skills to increase your knowledge and enhance your special needs planning practice. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/47BT8kc

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01/23/2026

How Can Purple Alerts Help People With Disabilities?



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Like Amber Alerts for children and Silver Alerts for older adults, Purple Alerts raise public awareness when an adult with a cognitive, intellectual, or...

Two Common Special Needs Trust Mistakes Families Make
01/21/2026

Two Common Special Needs Trust Mistakes Families Make



Even a well-intentioned special needs trust trustee or other caring family members can make mistakes that may put a person with a disability at risk of ...

Dyslexia Screenings in Early Education
01/20/2026

Dyslexia Screenings in Early Education



Although teachers cannot diagnose dyslexia formally, screenings at school can help flag students who may have characteristics of the learning disability.

We have exciting news! Early bird pricing for the 20th Annual Academy of Special Needs Planners (ASNP) National Conferen...
01/16/2026

We have exciting news! Early bird pricing for the 20th Annual Academy of Special Needs Planners (ASNP) National Conference has been extended through January 30.

Don’t miss this limited opportunity to register at a reduced price. Buy your ticket now, and we will see you in Miami this spring! https://bit.ly/47BT8kc

Best Cities to Live in for People With Disabilities
01/15/2026

Best Cities to Live in for People With Disabilities



The best cities for people with disabilities to live in, according to a WalletHub analysis of 182 U.S. cities, score highest on a combination of quality...

Sixth Circuit: Night Blindness Can Be a Disability Under ADA
01/14/2026

Sixth Circuit: Night Blindness Can Be a Disability Under ADA



The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a jury's verdict in favor of a terminated employee, finding that the jury ...

LAST CALL for early bird pricing! Register by 11:59 p.m. (ET) this Thursday, January 15, for the 2026 ASNP National Conf...
01/12/2026

LAST CALL for early bird pricing! Register by 11:59 p.m. (ET) this Thursday, January 15, for the 2026 ASNP National Conference to secure your discounted seat. Learn more: https://bit.ly/47BT8kc

End-of-Life Care Planning for Individuals With Special Needs
01/09/2026

End-of-Life Care Planning for Individuals With Special Needs



Discussing end-of-life care with a loved one who has an intellectual or developmental disability is about honoring who they are, what matters to them, a...

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The Academy of Special Needs Planners consists of special needs planning professionals such as attorneys, financial planners and trust officers that assists them in providing the highest quality service and advice to persons with special needs and to their families. The Academy provides its members with the latest information on legal developments nationwide and a forum for exchanging best practices in providing service to persons with special needs. It also provides special needs professionals the tools and education to improve their understanding of the unique challenges that arise during special needs planning. The Academy also provides direct information to persons with disabilities through a consumer web site and a monthly e-mail newsletter.

Our information is designed to be thorough, up-to-date and easy to understand. The attorneys in our network have demonstrated a commitment to assisting those with special needs and their families. And they benefit from the experience and expertise of their peers through our Internet-based practice tools.