09/09/2026
Autism doesn’t end at 21. Support shouldn’t either.
From 0 to 3, many children may receive early intervention.
From 4 to 21, there is often a school-based system of support.
But what happens after that?
Our children grow up.
The need for support does not disappear.
At 22, 41, 61 and beyond, many autistic and IDD adults still need structure, services, community, meaningful opportunities, and lifelong support. Too many families are left to figure it out alone.
We have to stop acting like the journey ends at adulthood.
It does not.
Same person. Different stages. Same value.
Lifelong potential. Lifelong support.