If your child has special needs, you can shape your financial plan to help ensure their future care is covered. In this episode, financial planner and father of two Keith Truex draws on firsthand experience to share what he discusses with families in similar situations. Keith and host Michael Liersch talk about the difficult calculations families face, from understanding their eligibility for programs, the level of care their child requires and how far existing finances can stretch.

Keith also touches on the importance of estate plans, special needs trusts, life insurance and talking with your support system about care plans if something were to happen to you. Listen now for an empathetic discussion about family, finances and how having open conversations early is healthier for everyone.

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