Special Needs Trust
Learn about special needs trusts and how they protect individuals with disabilities while preserving eligibility for government benefits like SSI and Medicaid.
What expenses can a special needs trust pay for without affecting government benefits?
A special needs trust can typically pay for supplemental expenses that enhance quality of life, such as medical equipment, therapy services, education, recreation, and personal care items. The trust cannot pay for basic needs like food and shelter that government benefits cover, as this could jeopardize benefit eligibility.
