Future Planning

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Future Planning: Ensuring Lifelong Support and Care

At Centered Family Support Services, we understand that one of the greatest concerns for families caring for individuals with developmental disabilities is "What will happen when I'm no longer able to provide care?" Our Future Planning services are designed to help families address this concern by developing comprehensive plans for the long-term care and support of their loved ones.

Comprehensive Future Planning Services

Our approach to future planning is holistic, addressing all aspects of an individual's life to ensure continuity of care and quality of life. We work with families to develop plans that are both comprehensive and flexible, adapting as needs and circumstances change over time.

Person-Centered Planning: We start with the individual's needs, preferences, and goals to ensure the plan reflects their unique situation and desires.
Legal and Financial Planning: Guidance on wills, special needs trusts, guardianship/conservatorship, and government benefits to ensure financial security.
Residential Planning: Exploring housing options and supports that will meet the individual's needs when family care is no longer possible.
Letter of Intent: Assistance in creating a comprehensive document that provides future caregivers with essential information about the individual's needs, preferences, and routines.
Support Network Development: Identifying and cultivating a network of people who can provide various types of support in the future.

The Benefits of Future Planning

Developing a comprehensive future plan offers numerous benefits for both individuals with disabilities and their families:

Peace of Mind

Knowing that plans are in place for your loved one's future care provides significant emotional relief.

Financial Security

Proper planning ensures that financial resources are available and protected for future needs.

Housing Stability

Identifying appropriate living arrangements ensures continuity and stability in the individual's life.

Continuity of Care

Detailed plans help ensure that the individual's care remains consistent even when caregivers change.

Key Components of a Future Plan

A comprehensive future plan typically includes the following components:

A Letter of Intent is a detailed document that provides future caregivers with essential information about the individual's needs, preferences, routines, medical history, and more. While not legally binding, it serves as a crucial guide for anyone who assumes caregiving responsibilities in the future.

Our specialists help families create comprehensive Letters of Intent that capture all the important details about their loved one's life and care needs.

A Special Needs Trust is a legal arrangement that allows assets to be set aside for an individual with disabilities without jeopardizing their eligibility for government benefits like Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicaid.

We connect families with experienced attorneys who specialize in special needs planning to establish trusts that protect assets while enhancing the individual's quality of life.

For individuals who need assistance with decision-making, establishing guardianship or conservatorship may be necessary. These legal arrangements allow designated individuals to make decisions on behalf of the person with disabilities.

Our team helps families understand the different types of guardianship arrangements and connect with legal resources to establish appropriate arrangements.

Planning for where an individual will live when family care is no longer possible is a critical component of future planning. Options may include supported living arrangements, group homes, or other residential services.

We help families explore various residential options, understand funding sources, and develop transition plans to ensure a smooth move when the time comes.

Understanding and maximizing government benefits is essential for ensuring financial security. This includes programs like Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), Medicaid, and Medicare.

Our specialists help families navigate the complex world of government benefits, ensuring that individuals receive all the supports they're eligible for while maintaining compliance with program requirements.

Our Future Planning Process

Our approach to future planning is collaborative and person-centered, involving the following steps:

Initial Assessment: We begin with a comprehensive assessment of the individual's current situation, needs, and future goals.
Team Assembly: We help assemble a planning team that may include family members, professionals, and other key people in the individual's life.
Plan Development: Working together, we develop a comprehensive plan that addresses all aspects of the individual's future needs.
Resource Connection: We connect families with the resources and professionals needed to implement various aspects of the plan.
Regular Review: Future plans should be reviewed and updated regularly to reflect changing needs and circumstances.

Getting Started with Future Planning

It's never too early to begin thinking about future planning. In fact, starting the process early allows for more thoughtful planning and gives families time to implement various components of the plan gradually.

To learn more about our future planning services or to schedule an initial consultation, please contact us at (424) 277-9828 or email info@centeredfamilysupport.org.