Top planning for children with special needs financial advisors in Delaware
The right financial advisor for you depends on how you weigh location, expertise, experience, the clients they typically serve, and how they work with you.
When you have a child with special needs, planning for their lifelong care and financial security becomes a priority. Without focused expertise, advisors might overlook critical benefits or legal protections that affect your child's future.
- Government benefits knowledge. Confirm how they navigate programs like Medicaid and SSI, which have strict income and asset rules.
- Special needs trust expertise. Ask how they set up trusts that protect your child's eligibility for public assistance.
- Long-term care planning. Ensure they consider your child's evolving needs and coordinate with healthcare providers.
- Family involvement. Look for advisors who include siblings and other family members in planning discussions to build a supportive network.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Colleen W
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Greenville, DE
Wells Fargo Advisors
Colleen Weaver specializes in planning for children with special needs, bringing 29 years of industry experience and CFP® certification to address complex financial and legal considerations such as special needs trusts and government benefits. Based in Greenville, DE, she operates within Wells Fargo Advisors, a large firm known for comprehensive planning services and proprietary research, which may offer broader resources compared to smaller practices.
Experience: 30 years
Avg account: $514,335
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Michael M
Series 63, Series 65
Apollo Beach, FL
G. A. Repple & Company
Michael Mandarino's 24 years of experience and expertise in planning for children with special needs equip him to address complex financial and legal considerations, including government benefits and special needs trusts. Operating from G. A. Repple & Company, he offers flexible fee structures such as flat fees and asset-based fees, and provides diverse investment approaches including ETF-focused and Biblically-Responsible Investing, distinguishing him from other advisors by combining seasoned insight with varied portfolio options.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $217,968
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Mark Q
Series 63, Series 66
Estero, FL
Edward Jones
Mark Quinn specializes in planning for children with special needs, bringing 28 years of experience and expertise in retirement and estate planning to address complex family financial needs. Operating from a large firm, Edward Jones, he offers a comprehensive approach with a program fee up to 1.35% annually, distinguishing him through extensive resources and a broad client network compared to smaller local advisors.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Joseph P
CFP®, Series 66
Philadelphia, PA
Wissahickon Wealth Management LLC
Joseph Purcell specializes in planning for children with special needs, bringing 16 years of experience and CFP® certification to address complex financial and legal considerations. Based in Philadelphia, he offers flat-fee financial planning starting at $1,000 and employs a discretionary, fundamental security-selection approach, distinguishing him from others by combining personalized wealth management with expertise in major life transitions.
Experience: 16 years
Avg account: $680,374
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Robert S
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Exton, PA
Comprehensive Financial Advisers
Robert Smith's 40 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to address the complex financial planning needs of families with children requiring special care. Operating independently from Exton, PA, he offers personalized wealth management with a focus on downside risk management through diverse investment strategies, differentiating him from others by integrating tactical and alternative investments alongside coordinated advisory services.
Experience: 41 years
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