If you have an official diagnosis of autism, you are able to seek protection and accommodations in all federally funded programs – employment, housing, community living, etc. – under this law.

What are people with autism entitled to?

Autistic people are entitled to reasonable adjustments. This means that people working in health, social care, employment and education should change how they work with autistic people to make accessing services easier and engagement with services more successful.

Do autistic adults qualify for SSI?

If you are over age 18 and have autism, you may qualify for either Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits or SSI benefits.

Can I get paid for taking care of my autistic son?

For qualified families, the state of California has a program called In-Home Supportive Service (IHSS), which pays an individual caregiver to stay home and care for a developmentally disabled child.

What happens when an autistic child turns 18?

Parents of children with special needs should be concerned with who will make medical and financial decisions once the child turns 18. Once a child reaches 18, the parents can no longer legally make decisions for them. The child is presumed be an adult and therefore have the ability to make his or her own decisions.

Do autistic symptoms worsen with age?

Goldsmiths, University of London researchers working with adults recently diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder have found high rates of depression, low employment, and an apparent worsening of some ASD traits as people age.

How much does a place for Mom cost per month?

On average, the monthly fees for independent living in the region were $2,765 last year, $4,315 for assisted living and $5,779 for memory care.