Supporting Maize Families with Special Needs Planning

Special Needs Trust Attorney in Maize, KS

Caring for a loved one with disabilities requires careful planning to ensure they receive lifelong support without losing eligibility for vital government benefits. At Advanced Legal Planning, we help Maize families create special needs trusts (SNTs) that provide security, flexibility, and peace of mind.

What a Special Needs Trust Provides

A Special Needs Trust allows parents and grandparents to:

Supplement, without replacing, government benefits such as Medicaid and SSI.
Protect inheritances from disqualifying a disabled child or adult from assistance.
Provide guidance for future caregivers.
Ensure funds are used for medical, educational, and quality-of-life expenses.

Learn more on our Special Needs Trusts Planning page.

Sub-Trusts Within Estate Plans

Most third-party supplemental needs trusts are created as sub-trusts within a parent’s or grandparent’s estate plan. This ensures:

Assets pass seamlessly into the SNT without going through probate.
Families retain flexibility to adjust instructions as circumstances change.
Disabled beneficiaries receive financial support while remaining eligible for government programs.

See more on our Trusts page.

Other Legal Tools for Families in Maize

Special needs planning often includes:

Wills – naming guardians and providing pour-over protection.
Financial Power of Attorney – appointing trusted financial decision-makers.
Healthcare Power of Attorney – ensuring medical choices align with family values.
Asset Protection Planning – safeguarding wealth for future care.

Serving Maize

Advanced Legal Planning serves Maize, KS, and nearby communities.

Derby Office: 111 N. Baltimore Ave, Derby, KS 67037

Wichita Office: 10300 W Central Ave, Wichita, KS 67212

Call today or use our Contact Page to discuss special needs trust planning.

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FAQs

Can a special needs trust be created after someone passes away?

Yes, but it’s more effective to plan ahead as part of an estate plan.

Does a special needs trust replace government benefits?

No. It supplements benefits by covering additional expenses like education, travel, or personal care.

Who controls the trust funds?

A trustee manages distributions to ensure compliance with Medicaid and SSI rules.

Can siblings or other relatives contribute to the trust?

Yes. Families can structure contributions to strengthen long-term support.

Not in the immediate Wichita area?

We proudly serve families across Kansas and Northern Oklahoma. If you're outside our local region, you can still get experienced guidance—virtual meetings are available by request.