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The saying “it takes a village to raise a child” rings true for all parents, including those whose children have a disability. Brandy Foster’s daughter Alexa was diagnosed with autism at 15 years old and started to receive support from Home and Community Based Services. Through a program from HCBS, Anna Gonzalez became Alexa’s caregiver and has helped Alexa build independence. However, with recent federal cuts to Medicaid, the program that funds Alexa’s, along with many other families’ care, now faces uncertainty.
Producer: Paola Rodriguez
Videographer: Nate Huffman
Editor: Diana Cadena
