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Most people dealing with PDDs have plenty of practice when it comes to squeezing a buck. Some, however, are hard put to find a dollar to squeeze. Parents with challenging children and adults with serious difficulties can have trouble securing gainful employment.
There are some programs available that may provide you or your family with direct financial support. The checks will be small, but with careful planning they may allow you to give your child the gift of a home-based intensive program or allow you time to develop a career that meets your needs.