Qualified Disability Expenses

Qualified Disability Expenses (QDEs)

You can use your NC ABLE account to pay for a variety of expenses related to maintaining your health and independence and improving your quality of life. You may be surprised how many of your everyday costs qualify as disability-related expenses, such as:

Education

such as tuition, special education services including tutors

Health

including prevention and wellness

Housing

such as food, mortgage, rent, taxes and utilities

Transportation

such as public or customized, accessible vehicles

Legal

such as legal fees

Financial

including management and administrative services

Technology

assistive technology and related services, including cellphones

Funeral Expenses

funeral and burial expenses

NC ABLE Enrollment Checklist

The NC ABLE Enrollment Checklist outlines what you need to open an NC ABLE account for yourself or someone else.

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