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Benefit and legal changes for youth at age 18

Information to help your teen with special health needs’ transition to adulthood.
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Consent for Care from Boston Children’s Hospital 

Changes when a child turns 18.

A Bridge to Adult Health Coverage and Financial Benefits in Massachusetts (English, PDF 204.3 KB)
A Bridge to Adult Health Coverage and Financial Benefits in Massachusetts (English, DOCX 48.13 KB)
A Bridge to Adult Health Coverage and Financial Benefits in Massachusetts (Spanish version) (Spanish, PDF 895.74 KB)
A Bridge to Adult Health Coverage and Financial Benefits in Massachusetts (Spanish version) (Spanish, DOCX 51.8 KB)
Mental Health Legal Advisors Committee 

Provides comprehensive information and advice to individuals involved with the Massachusetts mental health system.

Massachusetts Guardianship Association 

Provides information to individuals and families on healthcare options including guardianship, healthcare proxy, and durable power of attorney.

Disability Law Center 

Provides legal services to people in Massachusetts who have a wide range of physical, psychiatric, sensory and cognitive disabilities including Access to Community Services, Special Education, Health Care and Disability Benefits.

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