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emergency fund
THE CHALLENGE
Parents and families caring for special needs children often face financial stress. Unexpected medical issues, food insecurity, housing relief, special therapies or just a few hours to yourself, these are a few of the urgent financial concerns facing families of special needs children. Many times, these costs last a lifetime, as many children with special needs are not able to live independently.
DID YOU KNOW?
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According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, this is the estimated cost of raising a child to age 17.
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