Legal and Insurance
Legal and Insurance
Among the many challenges facing families of individuals who have chronic debilitating disease is the need to provide the finances to cover necessary care and equipment. This need may, in fact, extend beyond the lifetime of the financial guardian (parent, spouse, etc.). We strongly encourage you to seek professional assistance to assist you in dealing with these matters. The following is a listing of web resources that may help you learn about questions to ask and about the professionals who are available in your area.
Laws, Legal Support, and Information
- Coalition for Genetic Fairness GINA – A Guide to the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act
- Special Needs Alliance Special Needs Attorneys
- Internet Special Education Resources Special Needs Attorney Articles
- Uniquely Gifted Legalities of Specials Needs – IDEA
Insurance, Financial Support, and Information
- Met Life
- Administration for Children & Families
- Special Needs Financial Planning
- E Parent Caregiving, Finances, and Disability Insurance
- National Center for Medical Home Implementation
