The Center for Special Needs
Caring, Compassion, Community.
The American College Center for Special Needs is committed to elevating the special needs planning knowledge of financial professionals and the public.
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Preparing Professionals for Special Needs Planning
The Chartered Special Needs Consultant® (ChSNC®) Program is designed for experienced financial advisors who want to make a real difference in the lives of people with disabilities and their families.
Resilient Finances
A Free Financial Education Program
Those impacted by paralyzing injuries or conditions and their caregivers need to regain their financial security. Empower yourself and your clients with powerful and practical knowledge – absolutely free.
Four Strategies for Financial Stability
Focus on Your Key Priorities
Families and caregivers must prioritize emergency savings, retirement, and future care needs.
Consider Insurance in Your Plan
Families should be familiar with insurance products that complement their planning needs.
Access and Maximize Benefits
Caregivers must be guided on how to access the public benefits available for the individual with special needs.
Enlist an Experienced Advisor
Find a financial professional who's a ChSNC®, the only designation ensuring comprehensive knowledge in special needs planning.
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Insights
Long-Term Care Trends and Strategies
Earlier in the year, The American College of Financial Services unveiled the results of its 2023 Retirement Income Literacy Study. Several of these results, including America’s knowledge of long-term…
July 31, 2024
On-Demand Webcasts
Tackling the Complex Issues of Aging and Disability
Join this webcast hosted by the American College Center for Special Needs along with media partner InvestmentNews.
June 26, 2024
Insights
Joellen Meckley on How to Support Women Caregivers
Joellen Meckley, JD, MHS, ChSNC® spoke in an article for Financial Advisor Magazine about how advisors can provide support for women caring for children with special needs.
April 12, 2024
Insights
Breaking Barriers: Celebrating Women’s Vital Roles as Disability Advocates
Women serving as caregivers for individuals living with disabilities can face several challenges as they work to care for their loved ones.
March 29, 2024
Insights
Sophia Duffy Discusses Planning for Incapacity
Financial Advisor Magazine recently featured a column authored by The College’s own Sophia Duffy, J.D., CPA, AEP.
December 11, 2023
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If you're a financial professional, get the knowledge to understand and meet the needs of special needs individuals and their caregivers. Take the first step to becoming a champion for this close-knit and underserved community.
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