{"id":1157,"date":"2023-12-12T09:44:29","date_gmt":"2023-12-12T09:44:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsx48.info\/?p=1157"},"modified":"2023-12-12T09:44:29","modified_gmt":"2023-12-12T09:44:29","slug":"woman-builds-brother-with-autism-his-own-cottage-in-the-backyard-so-he-can-live-independently","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsx48.info\/?p=1157","title":{"rendered":"Woman builds brother with autism his own cottage in the backyard so he can live independently"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Autism is a spectrum, and every individual\u2019s experience with it is unique.<\/p>\n<p>While some might not even realize they\u2019re on the spectrum, others face daily challenges, often compounded by societal misunderstandings and stigmas.<\/p>\n<p>Common struggles include maintaining eye contact, preferring solitude, or navigating conversations.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Enter the story of Chris, a 33-year-old diagnosed with autism.<\/h2>\n<p>Living in New York, he often expressed his unhappiness with his living conditions.<\/p>\n<p><iframe id=\"instagram-embed-0\" class=\"instagram-media instagram-media-rendered\" src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CUVp7n6hts8\/embed\/captioned\/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fwonderworld.info&amp;rp=%2F2023%2F10%2F01%2Fwoman-builds-brother-with-autism-his-own-cottage-in-the-backyard-so-he-can-live-independently%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0zyeDXwqxW26gP6JEM8CZ1XrNOH5thpuIifYc13J0uYAZP1xtSqKCkRWA#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A1971.300000000745%2C%22ls%22%3A1393.1000000014901%2C%22le%22%3A1951.199999999255%7D\" height=\"1266\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-instgrm-payload-id=\"instagram-media-payload-0\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>His sister, Tiffany, resided in Hawaii, and the vast distance meant they hadn\u2019t shared a home for 15 years.<\/p>\n<p>But distance didn\u2019t weaken their bond. Tiffany was acutely aware of the nuances of Chris\u2019s condition.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>She understood that those with higher-functioning autism often have unique ways of coping with stress and boredom, which might seem unconventional to neurotypical individuals.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recognizing Chris\u2019s need for a better living environment, Tiffany embarked on a heartwarming and ambitious project.<\/h2>\n<p>She envisioned a cottage for Chris, right in her backyard in Maui.<\/p>\n<p><iframe id=\"instagram-embed-1\" class=\"instagram-media instagram-media-rendered\" src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Cd84LbePgBP\/embed\/captioned\/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fwonderworld.info&amp;rp=%2F2023%2F10%2F01%2Fwoman-builds-brother-with-autism-his-own-cottage-in-the-backyard-so-he-can-live-independently%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0zyeDXwqxW26gP6JEM8CZ1XrNOH5thpuIifYc13J0uYAZP1xtSqKCkRWA#%7B%22ci%22%3A1%2C%22os%22%3A1974.1000000014901%2C%22ls%22%3A1393.1000000014901%2C%22le%22%3A1951.199999999255%7D\" height=\"1176\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-instgrm-payload-id=\"instagram-media-payload-1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>This wouldn\u2019t be a mere makeshift structure; Tiffany aimed for a beautifully designed, fully functional home tailored to Chris\u2019s needs.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The resulting cottage, constructed at a cost of $15,000, was a testament to Tiffany\u2019s love and dedication.<\/h2>\n<p>With sunlight streaming through its windows, the house radiated warmth and comfort.<\/p>\n<p>Every detail was meticulously planned, keeping Chris\u2019s unique needs in mind.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>For instance, Chris had a habit of drinking water more frequently than most.<\/p>\n<div class=\"google-auto-placed ap_container\"><\/div>\n<div>\n<p>Tiffany noted, \u201cChris is the thirstiest person you have ever met. He\u2019s often up at night, drinking water and needing the toilet. So, we ensured his bathroom and a water tank were right by his bed.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Safety was paramount.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The kitchen boasted an induction cooker, eliminating the risk of leaving a stove on.<\/h2>\n<p>Tiffany even pre-portioned Chris\u2019s meals, ensuring he always had something to eat.<\/p>\n<p><iframe id=\"instagram-embed-2\" class=\"instagram-media instagram-media-rendered\" src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CkBaNqXpNQP\/embed\/captioned\/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fwonderworld.info&amp;rp=%2F2023%2F10%2F01%2Fwoman-builds-brother-with-autism-his-own-cottage-in-the-backyard-so-he-can-live-independently%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0zyeDXwqxW26gP6JEM8CZ1XrNOH5thpuIifYc13J0uYAZP1xtSqKCkRWA#%7B%22ci%22%3A2%2C%22os%22%3A1977%2C%22ls%22%3A1393.1000000014901%2C%22le%22%3A1951.199999999255%7D\" height=\"1206\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-instgrm-payload-id=\"instagram-media-payload-2\"><\/iframe>What\u2019s even more impressive is that the entire home was crafted using repurposed materials and furniture.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The quality of craftsmanship was so top-notch that one would never guess its sustainable origins.<\/h2>\n<p>As Chris settled into his new home, the family had another reason to celebrate.<\/p>\n<p>Tiffany and her boyfriend welcomed a baby girl, Luna.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Now an uncle, Chris was ecstatic to live so close to his niece.<\/h2>\n<p>But Tiffany\u2019s dedication to the cause doesn\u2019t stop at her family.<\/p>\n<p>She co-founded Depo Market with Chris, a start-up dedicated to creating opportunities for people with disabilities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Autism is a spectrum, and every individual\u2019s experience with it is unique. While some might not even realize they\u2019re on the spectrum, others face daily challenges, often compounded by societal misunderstandings and stigmas. Common struggles include maintaining eye contact, preferring solitude, or navigating conversations. Enter the story of Chris, a 33-year-old diagnosed with autism. Living&#8230;<\/p>\n<p class=\"more-link-wrap\"><a href=\"https:\/\/newsx48.info\/?p=1157\" class=\"more-link\">Read More<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> &ldquo;Woman builds brother with autism his own cottage in the backyard so he can live independently&rdquo;<\/span> &raquo;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1159,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/newsx48.info\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1157"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/newsx48.info\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/newsx48.info\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newsx48.info\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newsx48.info\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=1157"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/newsx48.info\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1157\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1160,"href":"https:\/\/newsx48.info\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1157\/revisions\/1160"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newsx48.info\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/1159"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/newsx48.info\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=1157"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newsx48.info\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=1157"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newsx48.info\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=1157"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}