It was only a few decades ago that people with I/DD were, more often than not, hidden behind closed doors, not allowed to go to school, and banned from having a typical life. Fortunately, this attitude has largely changed, yet…
Many individuals ask if leaving a home or an asset in their will to a loved one with disabilities will mess up their social security or other disability benefits, including Medicaid. As special needs financial planners, we hear this question…
We are excited to announce the newest AHN Sponsor, Planning Across the Spectrum. They specialize in providing certified financial planning advice and services to those with special needs and disabilities, including autism. Below you will find answers to many of…
Many families consider establishing a trust for the future of their child or loved one with special needs. One extremely important consideration when establishing a trust is who to name as trustee. Obligations of a Trustee Trustees must uphold professional…
Housing for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities has been shifting throughout the past few years towards more variety and choices in housing and support services. These changes encourage more freedom of choice and allow individuals to live their best…
About the Campaign Every April, in celebration of National Autism Acceptance Month, Madison House Autism Foundation launches a month-long education campaign to promote greater understanding and acceptance of adults with autism. This year, our Autism After 21 education campaign, Did…
Cammie McGovern knows firsthand the challenges and worries in facing a future for a child becoming an adult with autism and intellectual disability. Her recently-published book, Hard Landings, expands on her experience raising her son Ethan and the vast research…
Launched in 2007, The Disability Opportunity Fund (DOF) is the country’s only community development financial institution (CDFI) that targets the underserved population of people with disabilities. The DOF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization which provides credit and financial services as…
At the Autism Housing Network, we love to highlight our housing listings and give you a peek inside. As people with autism and other intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) have diverse support needs and preferences, we created a Virtual Tour of Housing…