It's understandable to feel anxious about potential funding cuts and their impact on our community. I want to share some information that might be helpful.

Recent federal budget actions may lead to significant Medicaid cuts, potentially affecting therapies like ABA and speech therapy. These cuts could disproportionately affect rural, low-income, and autism families. Research funding for autism is also at risk. Since autistic individuals often have a heightened intolerance to uncertainty, these changes can be especially challenging.

To prepare, assess how these cuts might affect your family's financial situation and therapy access. Advocate locally by contacting your state representatives. You can also diversify funding sources by seeking philanthropic support. Coordinating support and communicating transparently with providers is also key. For more information, Autism Speaks is a good resource to monitor state Medicaid adjustments.