Can I manage my child’s disability benefits after they turn 18? | NC

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Q: If my child qualifies for disability benefits at 18, can I apply and manage those benefits on their behalf as guardian? A: Once your child turns eighteen, you do not automatically have legal authority to control their money or sign benefit paperwork just because you are the parent. If your child cannot manage money or make key decisions, you can ask the clerk of superior court to appoint a…