Education for my grandson with severe autism

Crispy1

Hi. I reared 2 boys with CMT - a neuro condition. Now have some grandchildren with this condition. However, my main concern atm is my 10 yr old grandson with severe autism. His mum has fibromyalgia, and my son is on crutches, having had many ops, many bits of metal work, and fairly frail steucture, and poor balance.
We are hitting a brick wall re what we would like from education system, and what is on offer.Is this a common problem ( as I suspact)? 
We love J but he is becoming a danger to both parents, and a bad role model to younger siblings. We would like residential school,.with home visits and holidays,but have been led to believe they would only consider this as a reactive option. After a crisis, serious injury or other serious at risk situations. Even then it is more likely to be into care. 
How do other families deal with this situation. Money is the route of all bad decisions. We have none for this. 
Thanks.

debbiedo49

Welcome and you will hopefully get some advice soon 

Ami2301

Hi @Crispy1 welcome to the community!

I am unsure how to advise but I just wanted to wish you all the best in finding the best school for your grandson

Liam_Alumni

Hi @Crispy1,

Welcome to Scope's online community! It's great to have you here.

I'm sorry to hear about the problems you've been having. Have you tried contacting your local authority or your local Citizens Advice for advice and support?

The National Autistic Society may also be able to offer some support too. They have a helpline which may be of help to you.

@Jack_W, do you have anything to add?

Jack_W

Hello @Crispy1,

You might want to consider seeking some advice from your local IAS service about options that can be offered - they are in every local authority in England and you can find contact information from this website here https://councilfordisabledchildren.org.uk/information-advice-and-support-services-network.

Hope you can find some of the answers you need.

Jack