Mark your calendar for Saturday, April 18, 2026, because the Sharing Down Syndrome Walk Fundraiser is back, and so are we. The team at Phelps LaClair is proud to be part of this incredible event, now in its 26th year. This is not just one of the best-loved events in Tempe. It is one of…

Back in 1987, President Ronald Reagan established the month of March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. This year’s theme is “We’re Here: Then, Now, Always.” The goal of this campaign is to bring more awareness to the fact that people with disabilities are all around us, and they are active members of our communities. Unfortunately,…

When Maria and David learned their newborn son would have Down syndrome, they felt a wave of love and uncertainty all at once. They wanted to give Eli every opportunity in life, but they also knew the road ahead would require careful planning. One of the first questions their parents asked was: “Have you started…

Estate planning is a vital process for every family. But it is especially important for families with special needs children, because they face unique challenges. Careful planning can help you provide for your child’s future in the best way possible, and ensure they stay eligible for the benefits they need. Here’s how to begin the…

Estate planning is crucial for everyone, no matter how wealthy they are. But it’s especially important for veterans and active military members. Being in the military earns you unique government benefits that need protection. A sound estate plan that includes a trust, a will, advance directives, and other legal documents can help you provide for…

Every day, thousands of brave men and women serve our country in the various branches of the military. With over 40 years of experience, it is an honor for Phelps LaClair to assist current and former military personnel with their estate planning needs. While the military can be a life-long career for many, it is…

There’s nothing worse than watching your hard-earned assets dwindle during your golden years. But that is exactly what can occur as a result of spending time in a long-term care facility. Unfortunately, more than half of older Americans will end up in a skilled nursing facility at some point in their later years, one reason…

At Phelps LaClair, we’ve been families with special needs loved ones for many years. If you are taking care of adults or children with special needs, such as mental or physical disabilities, you have probably asked yourself what would happen to them if you became unable to care and provide for them. We can help you come to a place of rest.