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There are many agencies and programs designed to support families affected by autism who are facing hard times and need financial support. Some of these are available to all families who meet financial criteria, while others are specifically designed to support individuals with disabilities.
- Financial Planning Tool Kit
Topics include: Accessing Funding Through State and Federal...
- Financial resources
People with autism and their families often have a variety...
- Financial Planning Tool Kit
People with autism and their families often have a variety of additional expenses required to meet their unique needs. Many are looking for financial assistance. Autism Speaks has resources and information that can help you with your financial concerns.
The financial security of many individuals with Autism depends upon such public benefits as Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Based upon the services that your family member will require throughout life, a special needs attorney can help you determine eligibility for government assistance.
There are many public benefit programs that are available to Autistic adults. Most benefit programs are designed to meet essential needs such as health insurance, food assistance, income subsidies, employment assistance, independent living skills, and transportation.
Topics include: Accessing Funding Through State and Federal Programs. Special Needs Trusts. Financial Products & Instruments Used in Planning. ABLE Accounts: A Savings Tool for Individuals with Disabilities. Guardianship and Conservatorship. Finding the Right Professional. The Basics of Budgeting: A Step in the Right Direction.
11 kwi 2019 · Six types of costs are discussed in depth: (i) medical and healthcare service costs, (ii) therapeutic costs, (iii) (special) education costs, (iv) costs of production loss for adults with ASD, (v) costs of informal care and lost productivity for family/caregivers, and (vi) costs of accommodation, respite care, and out-of-pocket expenses.
14 cze 2021 · This guideline covers diagnosing and managing suspected or confirmed autism spectrum disorder (autism, Asperger’s syndrome and atypical autism) in people aged 18 and over. It aims to improve access and engagement with interventions and services, and the experience of care, for people with autism.
