It can be\u00a0financially challenging for families to\u00a0manage when a child or children have been diagnosed on the autism spectrum.\u00a0 The links below offer great information about benefits\u00a0and\u00a0services\u00a0to\u00a0military\u00a0families with a child or\u00a0children on the spectrum.<\/p>\n

AUTISM SPEAKS | SALUTES MILITARY FAMILIES<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Many military families are impacted by autism. Over 23,000 military dependents have a diagnosis on the autism spectrum. These families are substantially affected by the financial and emotional costs of raising a child with autism.<\/p>\n

WRIGHTSLAW | HEALTH & SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES FOR MILITARY CHILDREN WITH AUTISM<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

The Department of Defense has been a leader in providing coverage for health and special education services for children with autism.\u00a0Military life, coping with disruption of routine or environment, is particularly difficult for children with autism and their families.<\/p>\n

MILITARYCHILD | EDUCATION COALITION<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

The work of the Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC) is focused on ensuring quality educational opportunities for all military children affected by mobility, family separation, and transition.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

It can be\u00a0financially challenging for families to\u00a0manage when a child or children have been diagnosed on the autism spectrum.\u00a0 The links below offer great information about benefits\u00a0and\u00a0services\u00a0to\u00a0military\u00a0families with a child or\u00a0children on the spectrum. AUTISM SPEAKS | SALUTES MILITARY FAMILIES …<\/p>\n

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