Originally Posted by Mellina
Well, my son was diagnosed with autism in 1975. It was brand new. He wasn't retarded but he wasn't normal either. So this was what the Doctors diagnosed him with. He is now 37 and holding somewhat of a job. No SSI either when he was younger. All expenses came out of our pocket. Now I see all types of challenged children getting help. Now he falls through the cracks. If we die he will be homeless.
Doesn't your state have an Ill and Handicapped Waiver? It is through Medicaid. I believe it is a fed gov program. I could be wrong. I should be more informed!! My DH has a Brain Injury waifer and my DGS who has Autism has teh Ill and Handicapped Waiver. It provides for various programs that help with daily needs and other benefits. You might check into it. We went through our Dept of Human Services. Every State has one.