Things to Know When Your Child With Disabilities Turns 18

When your child turns 18 years old, they legally become an adult. This is an important time to consider their financial future – especially if they need additional care into adulthood. Here are 5 things that may help you prepare for this milestone: 1. Health and Welfare Decision-making When your child legally becomes an adult, you can no longer make certain decisions for them about their health and welfare. However, you can stay involved through our Representative Payee program. Social Security will determine who best serves as a representative payee for your child’s benefits. To learn more about the Representative Payee program, read our webpage at www.ssa.gov/payee/index. htm. Please note Social Security does not recognize power of attorney.