BC's New Disability Funding Formula Raises Concerns Among Parents of Autistic Children
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Katie Hyslop
Summary
British Columbia's new direct funding formula for supporting children and youth with disabilities has expanded eligibility to more disabilities, which parents applaud. However, parents of autistic children like Sara Lindberg and Lynn Henderson report that the shift results in reduced funding for their children's specific needs. While the Children's Ministry assures no child will be left without services, parents worry that the restructuring will leave kids with unmet needs, potentially putting them at risk.
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· 3 pulledThe expansion to other disabilities is long overdue.
Parents worry kids' needs won't be met, to their detriment.
The Children's Ministry says no child will be left without services.
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