Allied will host planning workshop for families with special needs children

How will the needs of your children with disabilities or special needs be met after you’re gone? What’s the difference between guardianship and conservatorship? Who makes decisions about your child’s life and safety once they turn 18? How can you save for your child’s future when you can’t save for your own? What is a special needs trust?

If you’re a parent or guardian with questions like these, you may be interested in attending a free workshop at Allied Community Services, 3 Pearson Way in Enfield (across the street from DMV) on Tuesday, April 19th beginning at 5:30 p.m.

The workshop will be presented by Stuart Hawkins of the MetLife Center for Special Needs Planning and Timothy Keeney, Judge of Probate for the towns of Enfield, Somers, Stafford and Union.

Stuart has a daughter with special needs and has been assisting families with future planning for more than 10 years. Information provided at the workshop will assist with navigating educational, medical, social, legal, vocational and relational issues for children and adults of all ages with special needs.

There is no charge to attend, but RSVPs are requested. Please call Michael Helechu at (860) 741-3701, ext. 243, or email him at mhelechu@alliedgroup.org to reserve seats or request additional information. Walk-ins are welcome, but please call first to confirm that the program is going on as planned.

Allied is a private provider that has been serving the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in north central CT since 1964.