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“You Belong Here” is the last post in our February series from the ABLE National Resource Center, and it brings the conversation full circle.

When people hear the word investing, they often picture Wall Street, wealth or complicated financial language. But investing is not only for “other people.” It belongs to all of us.

In this final post, Jody Ellis, Director of the ABLE National Resource Center, reflects on how people living on fixed incomes or receiving SSI or SSDI can see themselves as part of the financial conversation. She reminds us that while the financial system has not always been inclusive, progress is happening, and you belong here.

Read the full post: https://www.nationaldisabilityinstitute.org/blog/you-belong-here-3-of-3/

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Missed our Jan. 22 ABLE webinar with Vestwell? You can still catch up.

With more than 2,300 registrants, we were thrilled by the strong interest in this important conversation. If you were unable to attend or would like to revisit the information, the full webinar recording, transcript and presentation slides are now available on the ABLE National Resource Center website: https://www.ablenrc.org/january-22-webinar-2026-the-year-of-new-able-opportunities/

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Where can ABLE account funds be used?

Qualified Disability Expenses, or QDEs, can include a wide range of everyday and unexpected costs that support health, independence and quality of life. That may include food, wellness activities, snow removal services and more.

Not sure whether an expense qualifies? Check out ABLE NRC's Qualified Disability Expense Decision Guide: https://www.ablenrc.org/determining-whether-something-is-a-qualified-disability-expense-qde/

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Curious about investing through your ABLE account?

Our new blog explains investment options, what to consider before investing and how to make ABLE work for you - all in clear, practical terms. Head to the link to read the full article and take control of your financial future.

https://www.nationaldisabilityinstitute.org/blog/a-practical-guide-to-able-investment-options-how-to-invest-in-an-able-account/



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The latest edition of the AchievABLE Newsletter is here! Check your inbox for the February edition, or subscribe at ablenrc.org/subscribe/ to receive future updates on all things ABLE!

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Wondering how investing can support your financial goals? In part 1 of ABLE NRC's new blog series, NDI Executive Director Thomas Foley breaks down how investing works and why it can be empowering for people with disabilities.

Read the full blog at https://www.nationaldisabilityinstitute.org/blog/investing-for-independence-how-people-with-disabilities-can-build-their-financial-future/.

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It’s not too late to register!

Join ABLE NRC for a free webinar on February 12 at 1 p.m. ET to learn how ABLE accounts can help during tax season. We’ll cover tax-advantaged ABLE accounts, practical tax-filing strategies, plan comparison tools, and key federal tax credits and deductions.

Register now: https://www.ablenrc.org/february-12-webinar-able-tax-time-tips/

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Join us on February 12 at 1 pm ET for "ABLE Tax Time Tips." Learn practical strategies for filing your taxes and maximizing your ABLE account. Register now at https://www.ablenrc.org/february-12-webinar-able-tax-time-tips/.

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Who can open an ABLE account?

If a person’s disability began before age 46, they may be eligible to open an ABLE account. Eligibility is based on meeting disability severity requirements through SSI or SSDI, or certification from a licensed physician.

Learn more about eligibility and how ABLE accounts work:
https://www.ablenrc.org/what-is-able/what-are-able-accounts/

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