by dividef | Oct 1, 2020 | Level 3
Representative Payee What is it? A person who manages your Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and/or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) check. If you get Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and/or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) check and need help...
by dividef | Oct 1, 2020 | Level 3
Advanced Healthcare Directive (Living Will) What is it? A way to write down your healthcare decisions for the future so they must be followed. These documents tell your doctor and supporters what kind of medical treatment you want or do not want, in case you cannot...
by dividef | Oct 5, 2020 | Level 3
ABLE Account What is it? ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience) Account is a savings program for people with disabilities. It is managed by the Tennessee Department of Treasury. Your account is made in your name. You can save your money and use it to pay for things...
by dividef | Oct 1, 2020 | Level 3
Special Needs Trust What is it? Legal plan with someone you trust to protect the assets and money of a person with a disability. A Special Needs Trust can protect money or other property (like a house or car or other things a person owns) from being mismanaged or...
by dividef | Oct 5, 2020 | Level 3
Will What is it? Wills are legal documents that explain what you want done with your property and the care of your dependents (minor children or family members you are legally responsible for) when you die. You are not required to have a lawyer to complete a Will....
by dividef | Sep 25, 2020 | Level 4
Supported Decision-Making (SDM) (with a Conservatorship) What is it? Supported decision-making (SDM) applies to all types of decision-making. SDM supports people to understand and make decisions about their lives. A person using SDM selects trusted advisors such as...
