Updated as of September 7, 2024. Before deciding on what accessible AT device you need, you will want to determine how it will be useful to prove why you need it. A great tool to use in this determination is the SETT Framework (developed by the late educator Joy Zambala). SETT stands for Student, Environment, […]
Anticipation August August brings our last few weeks of summer vacation before school begins. As we anticipate a new school year, we review the information that will help make this school year a terrific one! In this fifth segment of the series, we investigate recently updated secondary transition resources provided by our Maryland State Department […]
Updated as of September 6, 2024. ABLE Documents Bridges Maryland ABLE Account Frequently Asked Questions Maryland ABLE Account Enrollment Form Maryland ABLE Account Contribution Form About ABLE Accounts ABLE accounts allow individuals with disabilities to save money without losing eligibility for government benefits. ABLE accounts provide an inexpensive and uncomplicated way to save funds for […]
Updated as of September 7, 2024. Risk of Asset Forfeiture Upon Death – But Not in Maryland In Maryland, this is not an issue, “Under Maryland law, an agency or instrumentality of the State of Maryland may not seek payment from an ABLE account or its proceeds for any amount of medical assistance paid for […]
Updated as of September 7, 2024. Follow this link to set up a Maryland ABLE account online. Alternatively, you may call 1-855-563-2253 or 1-844-888-2253 (TTY) for help setting up a Maryland ABLE account. You’ll need some information: If there is an ALR for a beneficiary over age 18, you’ll also need documentation of Power of […]