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A Deep Dive into the Attainable Savings Plan

This lesson will provide a detailed overview of the Massachusetts ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience) program, known as the Attainable Savings Plan, which offers individuals with disabilities the opportunity to invest in a tax-advantaged savings account for short and long-term disability-related expenses, while keeping benefits such as Social Security and Medicaid. Learn about this savings program, including eligibility, benefits, and how it can foster financial independence within families.

Lesson Objectives

After completing this lesson, participants will be able to:

  • Identify the main components of the Attainable Savings Plan
  • Understand how students and families can utilize Attainable to pay for college expenses
  • Direct students and families that may qualify for an Attainable account on how to open an account

Lesson Deliverables

To complete this lesson, participants will:

Complete the MEFA Institute Evidence of Learning Form to earn 1 PDP for this lesson.

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