Western New York Coalition Pooled Trusts
FAQs
In general, individuals receiving public benefits are restricted to certain income and resource levels, depending on the particular public benefits program. Access to income and/or resources over those levels can result in a loss of benefits for each month those funds are deemed to be “available.” However, individuals with disabling conditions in certain public benefit programs have the option to deposit income and/or assets into our Pooled Supplemental Needs Trust, and, once done, those funds become exempt. The trustees oversee the assets and all distributions from the trust.
Can a friend or family member utilize the trust to set aside funds for a loved one?
Yes, the trust can be used by family or friends for future planning; however, the individual who will benefit from the trust must be disabled.
Are there fees to use the trust?
There are minimal fees associated with the trust that are used to pay for the administrative costs of administering the trust. You can get more information about the fees applicable to your individual situation by calling 1-866-362-5081.
Is the money deposited into the trust counted as a resource?
No, the money in the trust is exempt for both Medicaid and Social Security.