Published 1 year ago

Parents of adults with severe autism say they're 'terrified' for their futures

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Andrew Kavchak's 22-year-old son, Steven, has severe autism. Steven needs constant care and cannot live by himself. The wait to get his son into a group home could be 10 years, he says. The Ontario government stopped providing public updates on its progress toward enrolling more children in core autism therapies.

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Parents of adults with severe autism say they're 'terrified' for their futures

Andrew Kavchak's decision to retire was less about taking time for himself, and more about taking care of his 22-year-old son, Steven, who has severe autism.

1 year ago·Canada

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CBC News

Why parents of some Ontario adults with severe autism say they're 'terrified' for their futures

Advocates say there are not enough group homes in the province to accommodate the growing need. In large cities like Ottawa and Toronto, available spaces are being used for urgent care situations, such as when parents are no longer able to manage the care.

1 year ago·Canada

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Global News

Parents of adults with severe autism say they’re ‘terrified’ for their kids’ futures

Kavchak is one of many advocates who say the province lacks the proper support for adults with severe disabilities, and the parents who care for them.

1 year ago·Toronto, Canada

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The Toronto Star

Parents of adults with severe autism say they’re ‘terrified’ for their futures

Adults with autism can turn to Developmental Services Ontario for support, but the wait-lists can be just as long, if not longer, than the Ontario Autism Program.

1 year ago·Toronto, Canada

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Flin Flon Reminder

Parents of adults with severe autism say they're 'terrified' for their futures

Andrew Kavchak's decision to retire was less about taking time for himself, and more about taking care of his 22-year-old son, Steven, who has severe autism.

1 year ago·Flin Flon, Canada

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Rocky Mountain Outlook

Parents of adults with severe autism say they're 'terrified' for their futures

Andrew Kavchak's decision to retire was less about taking time for himself, and more about taking care of his 22-year-old son, Steven, who has severe autism.

1 year ago

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