In search of a Mrs Doubtfire
Finding sitters for a 17 and 21 year old seems so surreal but such is the reality of life with autism where the boys can't quite be left alone. We don't have any support and we don't have respite and to be honest, social care is struggling so much right now, it's not easy. For any parent struggling to find a sitter, think about asking at your child's school because you very often find that there will be younger members of staff who are only too willing to earn some extra money but it's a good thing if they are mobile and can drive because then you won't have to drive them home. There used to be an agency in the UK called special sitters but I don't know if they are still operating currently because of Covid. As a parent though, we need down time however short so someone who can help you is worth their weight in gold. Invest in yourself as a parent and couple because you need respite too!