My son is at a therapeutic boarding school,treated for ADHD, and THC addiction. Can the room, board & school costs be deducted in addition to the costs of therapy?

je_ricci · ‎June 6, 2019

KrisD · ‎June 6, 2019

Yes, According to the IRS:

"You can include in medical expenses amounts you pay for an inpatient's treatment at a therapeutic center for drug addiction. This includes meals and lodging at the center during treatment."

Click here for IRS Pub 502

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KrisD · ‎June 6, 2019

Yes, According to the IRS:

"You can include in medical expenses amounts you pay for an inpatient's treatment at a therapeutic center for drug addiction. This includes meals and lodging at the center during treatment."

Click here for IRS Pub 502

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My son is at a therapeutic boarding school,treated for ADHD, and THC addiction. Can the room, board & school costs be deducted in addition to the costs of therapy?

My son is at a therapeutic boarding school,treated for ADHD, and THC addiction. Can the room, board & school costs be deducted in addition to the costs of therapy?

My son is at a therapeutic boarding school,treated for ADHD, and THC addiction. Can the room, board & school costs be deducted in addition to the costs of therapy?