Health Insurance Coverage for Children with Autism

Having the right type of insurance coverage and budgeting for treatment and therapies not covered by insurance can be a real challenge for parents of children with autism.

In this video Polly and Shannon discuss what you need to do and what your rights are when it comes to getting health insurance coverage for your child with autism.

by Jonathan and Polly Tommey

Jonathan and Polly Tommey’s eldest son, Billy, was diagnosed with severe autism at the age of two. Here, they show through their own experience how it is possible to improve the quality of life for children with autism. The book will give parents the confidence and knowledge to tackle the problems they face and to find solutions, treatments, and educational options that will work for their child. advice, and encouragement for parents of children on the autism spectrum.

by Beth Hillson

With advice and reflections from autistic adults across the spectrum, as well as Sicile-Kira’s own experience as an advocate and parent of an autistic teen, the book covers these ten essential life skills: Making Sense of the World * Communication * Safety * Self-Esteem * Pursuing Interests * Self-Regulation * Independence * Social Relationships * Self- Advocacy *Earning a Living. Whether your child or student has Asperger’s or is on the more severely impaired end of the autism spectrum, this action-oriented guide will provide hope and help — so that every child has a chance to reach his or her full potential.