General Planning
The days are long but the years are short, the saying goes. It’s a good reminder that a future that seems very far away will one day be the present. Families whose children have suffered birth injuries have extra things to think about for their futures, but that’s why it’s even more important to plan. While it may seem overwhelming to make a long-term plan for your child’s future, by taking the process one small step by one small step, you can get there! So just get started- and these resources can help you with that.
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Last updated 5/19/2026
Explore the resources below to learn more about General Planning
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Tell me the basics – Quick overviews you can read in just a few minutes. These highlight the most important ideas so you can get started fast.
Show me more info – A deeper explanation for when you want to build your understanding. These provide examples, context, and additional details.
Give me all the details – Comprehensive resources like full websites, long documents, or webinars. These are best when you want thorough answers and in-depth learning.
Tell me the basics
Financial planning for loved ones with disabilities
This website breaks the process into three parts: discovery, creating a plan, and long-term planning.
Type: Website
Source: Fidelity
Overcoming Analysis Paralysis and Planning for Your Child’s Future
The job of making a plan for your child’s financial future may feel overwhelming. Here’s how to get started.
Type: Blog post
Source: Exceptional Parent Magazine
Show me more info
Financial Planning for Kids With Disabilities (English)
Planificación financiera para niños con discapacidades (Español)
This website has more detailed information about 10 key steps in special needs planning.
Type: Website
Source: Nemours
Special-needs financial planning strategies for families
This website goes over some basic information as well as the financial tools you can use to help ensure the security and well-being of your loved ones.
Type: Website
Source: New York Life (life insurance company)
Give me all the details
Special Needs Planning Webinar with Aguila Law
In this presentation, Carlos Aguila, a Florida attorney and family member of a loved one with autism, will explore future planning for individuals with special needs. This session aims to ensure that your loved one is safeguarded and receives the quality of life they deserve. Key topics covered will include wills, special needs trusts, public benefits, ABLE accounts, and guardianship. Length: about 1 hour for the presentation and 15 minutes for Q&A.
Type: Webinar (prerecorded)
Source: ABLE United (Florida ABLE program)