Special Needs Trusts shows you how to leave any amount of money to your disabled loved one --without jeopardizing government benefits. It provides the plain-English information and forms you need to create a special needs trust. Funds in a special needs trust can make a big difference in quality of life by paying for: annual independent check-ups personal care attendant or escort vehicles and transportation insurance rehabilitation essential dietary needs materials for recreation trips or vacations entertainment athletic training or competitions and much more. Special Needs Trusts also provides a formal letter to the trustee, which explains this very important role, and a personal letter to the trustee, which provides crucial information about your loved one. Author Kevin Urbastch and Michele Fuller-Urbatsch give you an experienced perspective about when to make a special needs trust on your own and when to seek the services of an attorney.