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Podcast: On the Spectrum Empowerment Stories with Sonia Krishna Chand: Adult Autism, Neurodivergent, and Mental Health Expert
Episode: Beyond the Diagnosis: Financial Planning for Special Needs Families
Description: Send us Fan MailMichael Pereira, an insurance specialist and father of a son with autism, shares critical financial planning strategies for families with special needs children. He offers insight into comprehensive insurance planning that protects dependents with special needs if something happens to their caregivers.• Michael's strong passion is helping special needs families after his son's autism diagnosis• Three key areas of focus: income protection, funding special needs trusts, and long-term care planning• Financial planning gets more expensive and difficult to qualify for as you age• Special needs trusts protect government benefits...