For parents of adults with autism, planning for future with little State support, takes a toll

Parents of adults with autism in India face significant stress due to the lack of state-funded support services, forcing them to plan financially for their child's future care. Many are setting up trust funds to ensure their child's well-being after they can no longer provide care. The absence of adequate government support adds to the emotional and financial burden on families, highlighting the urgent need for better long-term care solutions for individuals with autism.

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All articles from 19 October 2026. Summaries are AI-generated and may contain errors; the linked article is the authority.