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Caring Beyond Your Lifetime: How a Special Needs Trust Provides for Your Child

One of the most frequent questions we hear at Clarity Legal Group is: "Can a trust really support my child with special needs for the rest … [Read more...] about Caring Beyond Your Lifetime: How a Special Needs Trust Provides for Your Child

Date: January 16, 2026 Category: Special Needs Planning, Videos

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A Gift of Peace: Why Estate Planning is One of the Most Important Gifts You Can Give Your Family

The holidays are a whirlwind of lists—gift lists, grocery lists, and the year-end "to-do" lists we’re all trying to finish. We spend so much … [Read more...] about A Gift of Peace: Why Estate Planning is One of the Most Important Gifts You Can Give Your Family

Date: December 18, 2025 Category: Estate Planning, Special Needs Planning

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Supporting Local Organizations That Make a Difference for Special Needs Families

At Clarity Legal Group®, we’re honored to work with families navigating the complex world of special needs planning. We understand how … [Read more...] about Supporting Local Organizations That Make a Difference for Special Needs Families

Date: December 8, 2025 Category: Provisions for Children, Special Needs Planning

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4 Signs You Need a Special Needs Trust Now

If you care for someone with a disability, a North Carolina Special Needs Trust can protect benefits and provide lifelong support. Here are … [Read more...] about 4 Signs You Need a Special Needs Trust Now

Date: August 25, 2025 Category: Special Needs Planning

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Guardianship vs. Trust: What’s the Right Path When a Loved One Needs Help?

When a loved one becomes unable to manage their personal or financial affairs due to age, illness, or disability, families often find … [Read more...] about Guardianship vs. Trust: What’s the Right Path When a Loved One Needs Help?

Date: July 21, 2025 Category: Elder Law, Estate Planning, Revocable Living Trust, Special Needs Planning, Trusts

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Summer Camp to Lifetime Support: Long-Term Planning for Children with Disabilities

For many parents, sending a child off to summer camp is a joyful rite of passage. But for parents of children with disabilities, the … [Read more...] about Summer Camp to Lifetime Support: Long-Term Planning for Children with Disabilities

Date: July 10, 2025 Category: Special Needs Planning

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Using a Special Needs Trust for a Loved One with Alzheimer’s or Other Dementias

When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, families often feel overwhelmed by the emotional and financial … [Read more...] about Using a Special Needs Trust for a Loved One with Alzheimer’s or Other Dementias

Date: June 16, 2025 Category: Elder Law, Estate Planning, Special Needs Planning

Who Needs a Special Needs Trust?

When most people think of a Special Needs Trust (SNT), they picture a parent creating it for a child with a disability. While that’s a … [Read more...] about Who Needs a Special Needs Trust?

Date: October 16, 2024 Category: General, Special Needs Planning

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8 Things Not to Include in a Special Needs Trust

Creating a Special Needs Trust (SNT) is an essential step in ensuring the long-term care and financial security of a loved one with special … [Read more...] about 8 Things Not to Include in a Special Needs Trust

Date: August 15, 2024 Category: Special Needs Planning, Trusts

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