Raising kids with special needs isn’t easy when parents have a strong marriage. The difficulty increases when a family experiences divorce. The difficulties encompass day-to-day concerns and also legal issues related to kids with special needs.
The Financial Planning Association
An informative article at the Financial Planning Association (FPA) can help parents in that difficult situation. According to their website, the organization provides “personal financial planning experts in the U.S. and includes professionals from all backgrounds and business models. We help connect thousands of consumers to competent and ethical planners who uphold the FPA Standard of Care.”
Divorce and a Special Needs Child
In their article about divorce and a special needs child, the author explains the importance of addressing these issues when faced with divorce:
- visitation schedules
- parenting plans
- child support
- special education
- transition planning
- public benefits planning
- spousal maintenance (alimony)
- estate planning
Neither the author or me believe the article is a substitute for the services of a good lawyer. But the article provides a good list of items to address when meeting with legal counsel. To read the complete article, click on this link about divorce and your special needs child.
Share Your Expertise about Divorce and a Special Needs Child
If you know of other issues parents of kids with special needs should be aware of, please leave a comment. Any resources you can share concerning this difficult subject would also be appreciated.
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Hi Karen,
What a good idea for kids experiencing the uncertainty of divorce and many other situations that make them feel insecure.
Jolene
Hi Karen,
What a good idea for kids experiencing the uncertainty of divorce and many other situations that make them feel insecure.
Jolene
I thought that you might be interested in this chart by The Victoria Chart Company – http://www.victoriachartcompany.co.uk/my-time-chart.html
This chart has been designed to create that visual plan and to bring reassurance and stability to children, which in turn will ease the pressure for those who care for them.
I thought that you might be interested in this chart by The Victoria Chart Company – http://www.victoriachartcompany.co.uk/my-time-chart.html
This chart has been designed to create that visual plan and to bring reassurance and stability to children, which in turn will ease the pressure for those who care for them.
Thank you, Laurie. As difficult as the topic and the reality is, it’s more difficult when people refuse to help families going through divorce.
Jolene
Thank you, Laurie. As difficult as the topic and the reality is, it’s more difficult when people refuse to help families going through divorce.
Jolene
Dr. G,
Thank you for the links. They are a godsend for parents in this difficult situation.
Jolene
Dr. G,
Thank you for the links. They are a godsend for parents in this difficult situation.
Jolene
Hi Jolene,
Wayne Stocks has developed a ministry to help churches serve families during and after divorce:
http://divorceministry4kids.com/
This has been the most-viewed post on the blog I edit for Key Ministry since its’ inception:
http://drgrcevich.wordpress.com/2011/04/12/special-needs-and-divorce-what-does-the-data-say/
Hi Jolene,
Wayne Stocks has developed a ministry to help churches serve families during and after divorce:
http://divorceministry4kids.com/
This has been the most-viewed post on the blog I edit for Key Ministry since its’ inception:
http://drgrcevich.wordpress.com/2011/04/12/special-needs-and-divorce-what-does-the-data-say/
Jolene, I’m so glad you shared this. It’s an important topic to discuss. Sharing this forward….
Jolene, I’m so glad you shared this. It’s an important topic to discuss. Sharing this forward….