Support for Adult Disabled Children in Pasadena
Providing Essential Care for Your Adult Disabled Child
Once a child turns 18, she is generally able to make decisions for herself. But what happens when legal adults are unable to properly take care of themselves? Injury, disability, and addiction can prevent adults from living independently. With rising rates of autism and other disabilities, more and more people are left unable to properly care for themselves as they reach adulthood. On top of physical disabilities, drug addiction can also leave adults incapacitated and unable to make necessary health and financial decisions.
In California, all parents are obligated to support their adult children if they are not able to support themselves. Depending on your situation, your adult disabled child may be eligible for certain financial and health benefits that can ease your burden and ensure that your child receives the appropriate care. The legal team at Marilyn Smith Law APC can assess your situation and help you understand your options. If applicable, we can help you establish a conservatorship for your adult disabled child. Your child’s well-being is our priority.
Call Team LOOMMS at (626) 317-6068 to learn more about your options and to schedule a consultation.
Eligibility Criteria for Adult Disabled Children
In California, after a child "ages out" of child support, he or she may qualify for continuing support if your child is unable to provide his or her own support.
At a federal level, the Social Security Administration (SSA) outlines the requirements for consideration as an adult disabled child.
To qualify, you must:
- Be over age 18
- Be unmarried
- Have a disability that began before you turned 22
- Have at least one parent who receives Social Security benefits or who received benefits at the time of their death
Qualifying adults are eligible for financial support through the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program or the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program.
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Continuing Child Support for Disabled Adults in California
In California, if your ex-spouse or the other parent of your child pays child support, payments may not end if the child is disabled. In some situations, support payments may be ordered to continue indefinitely.
Your child needs and deserves compassion and support. Without the added income from child support payments, your child may not have access to medical services, education, and other much-needed resources. If your partner is disputing child support payments for an adult disabled child, Marilyn Smith Law APC can help protect your rights and ensure that you receive the necessary payments.
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Comprehensive, Team-Based Advocacy
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Over 200 Cases Tried in State and Federal Courts
Lead attorney Marilyn M. Smith has successfully handled more than 200 cases in court—experience that translates into confident, trial-ready representation.
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40 Years of Legal Experience You Can Trust
Our attorney brings four decades of proven legal knowledge to every case, ensuring clients receive seasoned, thoughtful counsel.