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Does Anyone Know Where To Get Grants Or Financial Assistance In Nashville TN
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Not sure why that posted twice

Adults With Autism Disabilty/social Security
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Not sure if its different in other states I am in california. Do adults with autism qualify for disability and or social security? Thakjs all in advance for answering my question.

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Not trying to hijack the thread but you may want to consider other sources of financial assistance as well. See link at the bottom for details
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Hello, My Name Is Sharon And I Have A 17 Year Old Autistic Grandson That Keeps Getting Denied For Life Insurance??? HELP
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That is ridiculous. Do you know a lawyer? Maybe reach out to the autism society in your area for assistance

SSI / TAX / DEPENDENTS
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I have 2 kids that receives SSI. This is our first tax year with ssi and I don't know if they count as our dependents. Any suggestions?

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They receive $733 monthly each I don't think they can qualified as my dependents . Because I need to provide more than half of their support.

Can Anyone Direct Me To Any Foundations Or Agencies That May Offter Financial Help For His Therapy?
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can anyone direct me to agencies or foundations i could seek out for finanicial assistance for his therapy since the state wont pay for services for 9 months cuz i am on a waiting list. my son is already 4 1/2 and so he is going to be five by the time he can start therapy. i am just worried since i have always read that the treatment is much more difficult the older the child is.

Are Children ( & Adults) Diagnosed With Autism Able To Get Social Security?
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My son will soon be 18 and he does not work. I want to find out if he would be able to get financial assistance.

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you should be entitled to disability which is now called pip personal independent payment i have this for my son who is 17 non verbal and does not work the doctor should help you with home therapy… read more

Public Schools In North Houston
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I am new to this I have a 6 year old son with PDD-NOS. Who due to unemployment on my part is with my in-laws doing school and therapy in Oklahoma I want to move back to Houston But I do not know where to enroll or what to do for that matter. Can some one advise me on what to do?

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Thank you I have contacted my insurance and some schools you help me alot. Thank you

Does Anyone Know A Great Place In Georgia With Housing For Autistic Adults?
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Housing that is more for independent living with minimal assistance.

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Here in Maryland my son who is Autistic lives in a Project Home house which runs by the county. We had to submit paperwork to be approved, We saw three houses with their social worker and finally… read more

Grants And Scholarships
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I am looking into a social skills summer camp for my son who is formally diagnosed with Asperger's and severe ADHD. Looking for help to find a grant or scholarship to help pay the extraordinary fee. We received a small grant last summer, but we lived in a different state. Any ideas???

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Hey everyone! Received another grant through Autism Puzzle here in VT to get my son assistive technology. The grant was worth $400. Also, through Chauncy Warner was approved for a swim lesson… read more

Help For Parents Of Spectrum Kids For Going Back To School?
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I am considering going back to get my master's to improve my chances of employment. I need grants or financial aid to do this. Are there any grants or programs I can apply for? I am looking at Masters in Communications program.

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@debbiewebbie...Good Luck to you!!