Medicaid-funded Children’s Autism Waiver program deemed ‘incredibly successful’

A Billings mother says a 4-year-old state-run program aimed at helping autistic children has been an "unbelievable blessing" to her family and her son who was once considered nonverbal.

"It’s like winning the lottery," said Beki Wald.

The Medicaid-funded Montana Children’s Autism Waiver, started in 2009, provides early intervention to children ages 15 months to 5 years old.

By Cindy Uken

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