After discussing the stress that poverty adds to families with children with special needs, I wanted to research more on the topic. I have questions regarding how families in poverty recieve the care necessary for children that have special needs, such as children with Down Syndrome. I found an article that discusses how it's difficult for families in poverty to have their needs met, especially families that include children with special needs. Having a child with Down Syndrome while your family is struggling financially can add stress to the entire family. I found it surprising that children with special needs are actually more likely to live below the poverty line. I wonder if the special needs that these children have and the additional medical expenses are part of the cause?
http://www.unh.edu/news/cj_nr/2009/dec/bp10kids.cfm
I would think having a children with special needs would deffinately effect the financial aspect of the family as a whole. Depending on what public services are available and the guidlines in which need to be met before assistance is available. Are you going to try to interview a parent of a child with D.S.?
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