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With an estimated 1 in 45 adults in the U.S. with autism, it is important that there are effective resources and services to help them live productive lives. We continue to work to identify solutions to address the diverse needs of adults with autism. Among them: Transition plans to help in the journey from adolescence to adulthood.
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Mapping out the financial future of your child can seem like a daunting task, but having a plan in place can help ease your fears. The Autism Speaks Special Needs Financial Planning Tool Kit was created to provide you with all the information that you need to develop that plan. The information in the Financial Planning Tool Kit comes from top exper...
Supplemental Security Income
Supplemental Security Income, or SSI, is a monthly government payment through Social Security which is designed to support people who are aged (65 and older), blind, or disabled. Individuals with autism may be eligible to receive SSI to help support them financially. Information on this and other programs can be found at www.ssa.gov. You can also review the following links which further explain the SSI program for children and adults with disabilities, family financial criteria, how to apply,...
Social Security Disability Insurance
Social Security Disability Insurance is another financial benefit through Social Security. This payment is available for adults who have a disability that began prior to age 22. SSDI can be considered a “child’s” benefit because it is paid on a parent’s Social Security earnings record. For a disabled adult to become entitled to this “child” benefit, one of his or her parents: 1. Must be receiving Social Security retirement or disability benefits; or 2. Must have died and have worked enough to...
Medicaid Waivers
Most states have a program for individuals with developmental disabilities called a Medicaid Waiver (also known as 1915(c) Home and Community Based Services). A Medicaid Waiver is designed to provide support services and care to allow an individual to remain at home or in the community, rather than in an institution, nursing home, or hospital. The benefits provided by these waiver programs vary by state, but most generally provide coverage for medical treatments, respite care, transportation,...
Community Action Agencies
A great place to start if you are looking for financial help is your local Community Action Agency. Nearly every community in the U.S. has a Community Action Agency. These are non-profit organizations which receive state and federal funding. They administer many assistance programs for low-income residents, including rental assistance, energy assistance, food and nutrition programs, case management, education and literacy programs, and emergency assistance. Your local Community Action Agencyw...
Housing Assistance
The Department of Housing and Urban Development(HUD) can provide you with advice on finding affordable housing. HUD sponsors housing counseling agencies throughout the country to provide free or low cost advice. For more information, you can call HUD's interactive voice system at: (800) 569-4287. You can locate your local HUD office on this page. They can give you information on affordable housing programs, rental assistance, and more. There are also a number of programs through the federal g...
Emergency Assistance
In a crisis, it is often helpful to go to your Community Action Agency. Staff can connect you with any available resources, financial or otherwise, that are available in your area. You can also contact your local United Way by calling 2-1-1 to be connected with many services and resources to help, or visit 211.org. The Salvation Army can often assist in emergency situations as well, although funding may be limited. They can provide rental and housing assistance, utility help, food, shelter, a...
A young adult with autism looking for more information about housing and support options available to you. A parent, family member or caregiver of a child with autism. This personalized, interactive tool provides a series of goals and resources up to age 22 to help you get ready for independent housing.
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