Special Needs Planning

MetDESK^®, MetLife's Division of Estate Planning for Special Kids was established in 1998 to extend MetLife's traditional commitment of public service to families with children of any age, from infant to senior, who have a disability.  MetDESK is committed to helping families through the maze of legal and financial complexities surrounding planning for the future of children and other dependents with special needs.  Through a dedicated network of specialists,such as David,  MetDESK helps families secure both lifetime care and quality of life for their children or other dependents with special needs. 

MetLife is the first financial services company to create a dedicated organization for special needs planning.

Planning for the future of an individual with special needs requires indepth knowledge of the federal laws as they pertain to government benefit eligibility and legal documents such as special needs trusts and guardianships.  There are important financial considerations as well for providing not just lifetime care, but quality of life.

The same holds true for dealing with issues of medical insurance authorizations for specialized services and products such as physical therapy and medical equipment.  It is also true when it comes to knowledge of the special education laws which most often require you to become an active advocate and participant in your child's education plan.

In planning for the future of your child or dependent, remember that you are the primary professional, but you may also need to turn to a number of other professional for assistance on such things as special needs estate planning.  Though many of these issues can seem overwhelming, it is important you take the time with those professionals today to provide for your child's tomorrow.