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Special Needs and Special Education Planning for Families

  • Kith + Kin 3060 West Jefferson Street Philadelphia, PA, 19121 United States (map)

Join attorneys Danielle Friedman and Jacki Lembeck to learn about estate planning options for families with special needs children and what educational programs and services your child may be entitled to in this virtual workshop. Topics discussed will include:

  • What to do if you suspect your child may require early intervention/special education services or require more special education support than they are receiving

  • Tips for developing effective IEPs with your early intervention provider, school district, or charter school

  • How to name a guardian for your minor child or adult disabled child

  • Tools for financial independence for people with special needs

  • How to leave money to your child while keeping them eligible for public benefits, including special needs trusts and ABLE accounts

  • Strategies to address pandemic learning loss for your child with a disability

+ FREE
+ pre-registration is required

+ about Danielle + Jacki:

Danielle Friedman is an attorney with McAndrews, Mehalick, Connolly, Hulse and Ryan P.C. in the Trusts and Estates department and she specializes in estate planning and estate administration as well as special needs planning.

Jacqueline Lembeck is an attorney in the special education department at McAndrews, Mehalick, Connolly, Hulse and Ryan P.C.  She provides guidance and representation to families of students with disabilities to ensure that students receive a Free Appropriate Public Education.


Earlier Event: October 5
Mister John's Music: all ages
Later Event: October 6
Breakfast Club