Disability-Specific

Programs that support individuals with disabilities through job training, in-home care, and tax-advantaged savings accounts.

26 articles

Disability-Specific April 6, 2026

Will a Medicaid Waiver Affect Your Spouse's Income or Assets? What Married Couples Need to Know About Spousal Impoverishment Rules

Medicaid waiver spousal impoverishment rules protect the at-home spouse's income and assets. Learn how married couples can qualify without draining their savings.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 6 min read

Disability-Specific April 6, 2026

Vocational Rehabilitation Success Stories: How People With Disabilities Built Real Careers

Vocational rehabilitation programs help people with disabilities get free job training, education, and career support. Real stories show what is possible.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 6 min read

Disability-Specific April 3, 2026

ABLE Account vs Special Needs Trust: Which Is Right for You?

ABLE accounts and special needs trusts both help people with disabilities save money without losing benefits. Learn which tool fits your situation best.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 6 min read

Disability-Specific April 2, 2026

Can You Choose Your Own Caregiver With a Medicaid Waiver? What to Know About Self-Directed Care

Many Medicaid waiver programs let you hire and manage your own caregiver — even a family member. Learn how self-directed care works and how to get started.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 5 min read

Disability-Specific April 1, 2026

Who Qualifies for a Medicaid Waiver? Income, Age, and Disability Rules Explained

Medicaid waiver programs can provide $30,000 to $80,000+ in annual home care services. Learn who qualifies and how to apply before wait lists fill up.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 5 min read

Disability-Specific March 31, 2026

What Are ABLE Accounts and How Do They Protect Your Benefits?

ABLE accounts let people with disabilities save money tax-free without risking SSI or Medicaid. Learn who qualifies and how to open one.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 5 min read

Disability-Specific March 29, 2026

Medicaid Waiver Wait Lists: How to Get On One and What to Do While You Wait

Medicaid waiver programs offer life-changing home care support, but wait lists are common. Learn how to apply early and find help in the meantime.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 5 min read

Disability-Specific March 28, 2026

ABLE Account Eligibility Age: Who Qualifies and What If Your Disability Started After 26?

ABLE accounts help people with disabilities save money without losing SSI or Medicaid benefits. Learn who qualifies, what the age-of-onset rule means, and recent changes.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 5 min read

Disability-Specific March 27, 2026

Nursing Home vs. Home Care: How Medicaid Waivers Let You Stay Independent

Medicaid waiver programs help people with disabilities avoid nursing homes by funding in-home care and support services. Learn how to compare your options and apply.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 5 min read

Disability-Specific March 24, 2026

Types of Medicaid Waivers: Which One Covers the Services You Need?

Not all Medicaid waivers are the same. Learn which types of Medicaid waivers exist, what each one covers, and how to find the right program for your situation.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 5 min read

Disability-Specific March 21, 2026

What Is the Vocational Rehabilitation Program and How Can It Help You Find a Career?

The vocational rehabilitation program offers free job training, career counseling, and more for people with disabilities. Learn how to qualify and get started.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 5 min read

Disability-Specific March 19, 2026

Can You Save Money on SSI? How ABLE Accounts Change the Rules

SSI recipients face strict savings limits — but ABLE accounts offer a legal way to save without losing benefits. Here is what you need to know.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 5 min read