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.
Three days a week, Andrew drives Steven to take part in a day program for adults with disabilities. He said the cost is high, though anBut he worries about the future. Steven needs constant care and cannot live by himself.
"The truth is that it's really difficult sometimes to take care of a child, even an adult child who's severely disabled, it's exhausting," he said.at 18, the family was thrust into another system that offered little to no help.wait-lists can be just as long 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.
Autism spectrum disorder ranges in severity. Some people with severe autism require constant care and supportive housing. Adults with low to moderate autism are typically able to live independently. A program eligibility document says that applicants must score at or below the fifth percentile in both cognitive and adaptive ability to receive services."We're basically limiting people with disabilities to low-paying and student jobs. They struggle enough in society," she said.
Austin has been able to get funding from two provincial programs. But because of his autism, anxiety and intellectual disabilities, he needs specialized supports or a respite worker, and his ineligibility limits what he can access.
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