The brain has maximum neuroplasticity. Children who receive intensive ABA before age 6 are significantly more likely to develop language, social skills, and independent living. Wait times of 5+ years mean children miss this window entirely.

Children who start therapy after age 6 have 40% worse outcomes on average. They are less likely to develop functional communication, more likely to require lifelong support, and face higher rates of anxiety and behavioral challenges.

Private therapy costs exceed most families' annual income. Many families: mortgage homes, drain retirement savings, go into debt, or go without therapy. The funding gap creates a two-tier system based on wealth.

Report clinical levels of anxiety and depression. Mothers of autistic children have cortisol levels comparable to combat soldiers. The constant fight for services, financial stress, and caregiving demands create a public health crisis.

Without early intervention, lifetime care costs average $2-3 million per person. With early intensive ABA, many autistic adults achieve independence, reducing taxpayer burden in special education, adult developmental services, and supported housing.

Each child waiting is a human being denied the opportunity to reach their full potential. Autistic people have valuable contributions to make - but only when given appropriate support during critical developmental windows.

The brain has maximum neuroplasticity. Children who receive intensive ABA before age 6 are significantly more likely to develop language, social skills, and independent living. Wait times of 5+ years mean children miss this window entirely.

Children who start therapy after age 6 have 40% worse outcomes on average. They are less likely to develop functional communication, more likely to require lifelong support, and face higher rates of anxiety and behavioral challenges.

Private therapy costs exceed most families' annual income. Many families: mortgage homes, drain retirement savings, go into debt, or go without therapy. The funding gap creates a two-tier system based on wealth.

Report clinical levels of anxiety and depression. Mothers of autistic children have cortisol levels comparable to combat soldiers. The constant fight for services, financial stress, and caregiving demands create a public health crisis.

Without early intervention, lifetime care costs average $2-3 million per person. With early intensive ABA, many autistic adults achieve independence, reducing taxpayer burden in special education, adult developmental services, and supported housing.

Each child waiting is a human being denied the opportunity to reach their full potential. Autistic people have valuable contributions to make - but only when given appropriate support during critical developmental windows.