At Alabama Family Trust, our number one commitment is protecting your loved one’s quality of life – today, tomorrow, and for as long as possible. One of the most important parts of that protection is how the funds inside a trust are invested. To make sure families receive professional investment management, Alabama Family Trust partners…
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How Alabama Family Trust helps protect benefits and assets
When families hear the word “trust,” they often think of something complicated, expensive, or only meant for the wealthy. But Alabama Family Trust is different by design and by mission. “We are not the typical trust company,” said Jennifer Griffin, Board President of Alabama Family Trust. “We try to assist people who have special needs…
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Legislature founded AFT to help families care for loved ones in need
Alabama Family Trust was created by the Alabama legislature in the mid-1990s to ease the burden of family members with a loved one with special needs or who is elderly and requiring nursing home care and were overwhelmed navigating the financial realities of care. AFT made it possible for families to set aside assets, which…
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Why Medicaid planning shouldn’t mean spending everything you’ve saved
One of the most common and costly misconceptions about Medicaid is the belief that individuals and families must spend down all of their assets before they can qualify. For families who have worked hard, saved carefully, and planned responsibly, this can feel not only discouraging—but devastating. The good news is this: qualifying for Medicaid does not have…
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Have Questions? Our New Website Assistant Can Help
Meet AFT’s New Website Assistant Finding answers about trusts, Medicaid eligibility, and planning for the future can feel overwhelming. That’s why Alabama Family Trust is excited to introduce a new feature designed to make information more accessible for families and professionals across Alabama. Introducing the AFT Website Chatbot Visitors to the Alabama Family Trust website…
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Alabama Family Trust welcomes new Trustee, honors outgoing board member
Alabama Family Trust recently welcomed a new member to its Board of Trustees while recognizing the service of a trustee whose term has concluded. Attorney Troy A. Skipworth was appointed to the Board of Trustees on April 7, 2026. At the same time, John Paluzzi’s term came to an end, marking the conclusion of his service…
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Wallace Davis turned to AFT to give his parents a quality retirement
When families face the reality of long-term care for a loved one, the emotional weight is often matched by financial fear. For many, the cost of care can feel overwhelming—especially when there are limited by funds and have no clear path forward. This is exactly where Alabama Family Trust (AFT) becomes life-changing. A Family Facing the Unexpected…
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AFT provides access to ‘far reaching’ services for elderly, disabled
For individuals who are aging, living with disabilities, or facing serious health challenges, having basic needs met is only the beginning. True care goes beyond survival—it focuses on dignity, comfort, and quality of life. That is exactly what Alabama Family Trust strives to provide. Paula Thornton, a nurse who works closely with elderly individuals in…
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Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late: Planning for Long-Term Care with Alabama Family Trust
For families facing the reality of long-term care, the financial questions can be overwhelming. Too often, families believe they must spend every dollar they have before their loved one can qualify for Medicaid. According to Charlotte Hooten, an administrator at Fair Haven Nursing Home, that misconception costs families years of security—and unnecessary stress. “It is approved by the state. It’s approved…
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When Funds Run Out, Compassion Continues: The Role of Alabama Family Trust’s Charitable Trust
One of the greatest fears families face when planning for long-term care or special needs is a simple question: What happens when the money is gone? At Alabama Family Trust, the answer is rooted in compassion, stewardship, and community. According to AFT board member Jimmy Walsh, the Charitable Trust exists to ensure individuals are not left…
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