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Money Talks: The Cost of Caring

Slate Money

CHAPTER

Navigating Disability Benefits and Financial Planning

This chapter explores the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in accessing public benefits, emphasizing the restrictive $2,000 asset limit and its unintended consequences. It discusses the disparities in access to financial tools like ABLE accounts, as well as the importance of early financial planning for caregivers. Additionally, the chapter reflects on the societal pressures of homeownership and its implications for wealth, highlighting the need for open family conversations about finances and caregiving.

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