Everyday support should feelpractical, respectful, and built around the individual.

Daily living support can involve communication, personal care, eating, dressing, organization, routines, transportation, community participation, independent living skills, and other everyday activities. The appropriate support depends on the individual.

Occupational therapy can help people develop skills used in everyday life. CDC information includes dressing, eating, bathing, movement, and sensory related needs among areas occupational therapy may address.

Communication does not have to rely only on spoken language. Some people communicate using signs, gestures, pictures, symbol systems, communication boards, or electronic communication devices.

Centers for Independent Living are community based organizations led by and for people with disabilities. They provide services such as information and referral, independent living skills training, peer counseling, advocacy, and connections to community resources.

Some eligible people with disabilities receive services through Medicaid home and community based programs. Available services, eligibility requirements, and program structures vary by state.

AFA’s Autism Financial Assistance guide covers starting points including SSI, Medicaid, home and community based services, ABLE accounts, and other financial resource pathways.