Education

Education

At Janus Communities, our mission is to provide compassionate care and opportunities that empower individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) and special needs. By offering opportunities such as workshops and other resources to educate residents and the community about IDD and special needs, we aim to build a community where everyone feels valued and included.

Webinar: Transitioning Children With Special Needs to Residential Care

Featured Speaker: Steve Radigan, special needs planner [DO WE HAVE A PHOTO? OR INSERT A SCREENSHOT FROM THE VIDEO]

Kimberly Brusatori, Director of Janus Communities, introduces Steve Radigan, a special needs planner with 43 years of experience. Steve explains the unique challenges of this type of planning due to the extended lifespans of individuals with disabilities and the ongoing financial obligations required. He outlines key components of planning including housing options, benefits preservation, funding projections, and assigning specific roles like trustee, care advocate, and benefit monitor.

The presentation also covers common mistakes families make when delaying planning, the importance of regularly updating legal documents, and the role of guardianship in special needs planning.

Answer a few questions to view the webinar. [LINK TO FORM]

Watch for future workshops and other education opportunities coming soon.