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NPR reporter Jon Hamilton covered the challenges facing caregivers for individuals with autism as the individuals age. Here’s his lead:

Autism begins in childhood, and it doesn’t go away. Children with autism generally become adults with autism. Many will never live on their own. For their parents, that can mean responsibilities that last a lifetime — and beyond. In Maryland, one family is struggling to create a future for their son, Joey.

Mr. Hamilton’s story is available here.