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[missydog1]

In reply to Bulwinkle's question:

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Who will set the guidelines as to who gets the limited resources. I believe the federal aid for many of these disabilities ended under reagan, we turned the psyc wards out, closed the special schools.

Treatment for a range of child affecting conditions ranging from autism to fetal alcohol syndrome now a state burden. Its a tough call - there are many needs, medical, education and so many other "treatments" - who will prioritize? I share the pain every time I see an unmet need.

I wish there was enough (and would pay taxes for) for all in need ... in the meantime everyone seems to think they are part of a special needs class that should get the limited money - we are staging for more winners and losers as resources become ever more limited and special needs groups become lobbying organizations

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I understand your pain, but if these children are not helped, what a loss to our society. My husband had a disabled brother born prior to WWII, in the dark ages for such children. He lived into his 50's, spending most of his life on a bed in an institution. How much did that cost society? Early therapy for these children, and reasonable accommodation, can help them lead productive and happy lives.