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Information About A Primer on Special Needs and the Law

A Primer on Special Needs and the Law is published by Michelle Morgan-Coole
Filed under: Disability, Nova Scotia
A Primer on Special Needs and the Law is dedicated to providing timely and practical advice to individuals with disabilities and their families in Nova Scotia on numerous issues, including guardianship, human rights, special education and future planning for persons with disabilities.

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  • A Change in Substance; Not Just Form

    I came across an interesting article in Disability Scoop recently.  “Most adults with disabilities in Maine who are assigned legal guardians to take charge of their affairs are not represented by lawyers to protect their interests during the process, according to a new report that calls for reforms … Read more »

  • Rebuilding HOPE Conference Tidbits

    I attended the Rebuilding HOPE Conference on March 29, 2025. This was the second conference the  Province has held as part of the infamous Human Rights Remedy*. My plan was (and still is) to post about the content of the Conference but I think we all know my history with planning and posting. So as … Read more »

  • Medical Expenses You Can Claim

     Well, it is that time of year again so here you go, Medical Expenses You Can ClaimMedical Expenses You Can ClaimGo ye forth and may God (or someone/something) bless you.  … Read more »

  • POWERFUL

     I AM A RESIDENTI came across this poem while I was doing some cleaning up. It’s titled “I am a Resident” but if it were up to me, I would simply call it “Powerful”.I am a resident.                                                                                                                        … Read more »

  • Estate Planning & the Henson Trust

    I see Wilful has been advertising a lot on TV lately. Avoid the hassle and cost of seeing a lawyer. Makes sense, I suppose. But not a good idea if you have beneficiary with a disability. If your loved one receives money from the Department of Community Services (whether from the Disability Support P … Read more »