Surveys indicate 80%+ of autism parents report high stress or burnout. The "waitlist crisis" forces parents to act as therapists, case managers, and advocates simultaneously, often leading to lost wages, marital strain, and severe mental health decline.

Supports are limited. Some OAP Foundational Services offer "caregiver coaching," but not personal therapy. Parents may access generic mental health services, but few specialize in the unique trauma of raising high-needs children without systemic support.

Autism Ontario administers the OAP "AccessOAP" intake (in partnership) and runs "Service Navigation" programs. They host webinars and social events. NOTE: They do not provide clinical therapy directly. They are a navigation/support agency funded by MCCSS.

Surveys indicate 80%+ of autism parents report high stress or burnout. The "waitlist crisis" forces parents to act as therapists, case managers, and advocates simultaneously, often leading to lost wages, marital strain, and severe mental health decline.

Supports are limited. Some OAP Foundational Services offer "caregiver coaching," but not personal therapy. Parents may access generic mental health services, but few specialize in the unique trauma of raising high-needs children without systemic support.

Autism Ontario administers the OAP "AccessOAP" intake (in partnership) and runs "Service Navigation" programs. They host webinars and social events. NOTE: They do not provide clinical therapy directly. They are a navigation/support agency funded by MCCSS.