The autism spectrum incorporates a range of ability. Some people may have learning difficulties which can affect all aspects of life, from studying in school, to learning how to wash or make a meal. As with autism, people can have different 'degrees' of learning difficulty, so some will be able to live fairly independently - although they may need some support to achieve this - while others may require lifelong, specialist support. The people we spoke with reflected this range and here we look at how they managed their everyday lives.
Some people we talked with lived in residential homes or at home with their parents. Some lived in independent supported living with paid carers while others lead independent lives either in a relationship, with their family, or on their own.
