I have always been my son Devon’s number-one advocate. That role became increasingly important when he was diagnosed with autism while in preschool and then with schizophrenia when he was in high school. Getting him the services he needed was an endless challenge filled with heartbreaking moments. It shouldn’t have been this hard. We need to do better for all the “Devons” in this city.
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Brooklyn Organization Helps Parents Keep Their Children With Housing and Emotional Support
Jenn Miles grew up in the foster care system. She aged out at the age of 21 after years of cycling in and out of