When:
December 15, 2022 all-day
2022-12-15T00:00:00-05:00
2022-12-16T00:00:00-05:00

Meeting, guardianship in Massachusetts, parentWebinar, December 15th, 2022, with the Autism / Asperger Network of New England. Free. This presentation on Special Needs Trusts will explain what a Special Needs Trust is, why opening one is beneficial to you and your family, the different types of trusts that PLAN offers, and how an ABLE account can be used with a Special Needs Trust.
* This webinar is intended for adults who are or who suspect they are on the spectrum, parents, other family members, and partners of individuals on the spectrum, as well as professionals who support individuals on the spectrum.
Attendees will:
* Gain a deeper understanding of what a Special Needs Trust is.
* Understand why a Special Needs Trust might be beneficial to you and your family.
* Learn the responsibilities of a Professional Trustee.
SPEAKERS:
* Kathy Vitello, LSW, Director of Operations at PLAN of MA/RI is a Licensed Social Worker with more than 35 years of experience working with seniors, people who are physically challenged, and chronically ill. She has broad experience and insight—drawn from her work in hospitals, in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and psychiatric facilities, and in-home care and hospice settings. Kathy holds a degree in Mental Health from Northern Essex Community College; has a BA in Applied Mental Health from University of Massachusetts, Amherst; and earned certificates in Suicide Prevention in Older Adults and Mental Health and Aging from the Institute for Geriatric Social Work at Boston University. Kathy has also participated in a week-long training in Thanatology and is a member of the NPA Conference Planning Committee.
*Mark Coletta, Community Relationship Manager at PLAN of MA/RI, has a BS in Business Management from Johnson and Whales University and 20 years of experience in Banking and Investment Management. Mark has held Series 7, 63, and MA insurance licenses. Mark has partnered with nonprofits across Massachusetts as Community Reinvestment Act Officer for a Regional Bank. Mark joined the PLAN team in 2022.
Registration is rquired to https://www.aane.org/event/aane-webinar-special-needs-trusts-planning-options-for-you-and-your-family-12-15-22-1200-pm-130-pm-et/   or contact Events@AANE.org

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