THE Ministry of Education, Science and Technology will establish a national autism registry as parents and guardians warned that gaps in education, therapy and post-school support are leaving families overwhelmed and fearful for their children’s futures.
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For parents of a child with special needs, finding a competent babysitter is often part of the combatant's career. In Alken, near Hasselt, a pilot project gives this mission to occupational therapy students, who offer families a few hours of respite while acquiring valuable field experience.