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White Coat Investor Podcast

WCI #396: Financial Planning For Special Needs Kids with Dr. Bryan Jepson

Dec 5, 2024
In this discussion, Dr. Bryan Jepson, an emergency physician turned financial planner and special needs consultant, shares his journey and expertise in financial planning for families with special needs children. He emphasizes the complexities of navigating trusts and government benefits as children grow older while offering personal insights drawn from his experience as a parent of two children with autism. Dr. Jepson also highlights the importance of tailored financial strategies and community support in achieving stability and security for these families.
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Quick takeaways

  • Families must understand the importance of government benefits like Medicaid and SSI for the long-term support of special needs children.
  • ABLE accounts provide a tax-advantaged way for families to save for special needs expenses without jeopardizing government benefits eligibility.

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Understanding Financial Planning for Special Needs Children

Financial planning for families with special needs children involves navigating unique challenges and considerations. Parents must strive to ensure the long-term care and treatment of their children while managing financial resources effectively. Key components include understanding government benefits like Medicaid and Social Security Income (SSI) that can provide essential support. Families are often encouraged to view these benefits not as welfare but as entitlements they have contributed to over time, reinforcing the idea that accessing these services is a legitimate form of financial planning.

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