{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"272: Pooled Trusts 101: What Every Special Needs Family Should Know","description":"When it comes to protecting a loved one with disabilities, few decisions are as overwhelming as choosing the right trustee. But in a world of nonprofit pooled trusts, legal jargon, and alarming headlines about financial misconduct, how do you separate peace of mind from potential pitfalls? In this episode of Parenting Impossible, I break down everything you need to know about Pooled Special Needs Trusts, from how they work to when they make sense. I share hard-earned wisdom as both a lawyer and a special needs parent, guiding you through what questions to ask, how to vet your options, and why sometimes the best Trustee choice isn\u2019t family, but a professional with heart and structure. You\u2019ll walk away not just more informed, but more empowered. In this episode, you will hear:   What a Pooled Trust actually is, and who should consider one.   The difference between First-party and Third-party Special Needs Trusts.   What went wrong in the recent $100M nonprofit scandal (and how to avoid it).   Why transparency, independence, and communication are non-negotiable.   &amp;nbsp; Engage with us: 25% off any courses, masterclasses and minisodes in Special Needs Academy here Join our community: Circle of Care Visit: &amp;nbsp;https:\/\/annettehines.com Read  Butterflies and Second Chances LinkedIn: @annette-hines-snc&amp;nbsp; Instagram: @parentingimpossible Facebook: @SpecialNeedsCompanies Twitter: @SpecialNeedsCo &amp;nbsp; Follow and Review: We\u2019d love for you to follow us if you haven\u2019t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We\u2019d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on  Apple Podcasts. Simply select \u201cRatings and Reviews\u201d and \u201cWrite a Review\u201d then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"Parenting Impossible \u2013 The Special Needs Survival Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/parentingimpossible.libsyn.com\/website","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/36462085\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/36462085"}