Help Action in Autism by building a borehole that connects to the toilets for Autistic children and adults

Help Action in Autism by building a borehole that connects to the toilets for Autistic children and adults

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We rely on the municipality to supply water. For most of this year, the water meter has been broken and municipality does not have meters to replace it. This resulted in them estimating our usage amounting to R100 000. We have disputed it but are still waiting a new meter and for the matter to be resolved. In June, due to miscommunication within their departments, our electricity was disconnected due to the outstanding amount owed. This took several visits to various offices to have it reconnected. during that time our students and children were without electricity for 2 days. In July, due to burst water pipes in the area and maintenance of infrastructure, we were without water at our Centre for 3 days. Our jojo tank tap broke as the tank is not connected to our toilets and was being opened and closed repeatedly, resulting in us losing all stored water. The Centre had to be closed for hygiene reasons, negatively affecting the 35 children and 21 adults who come to our Centre daily. Parents had to make alternate arrangements for their care. Changes like this is difficult for autistic persons to cope with. They are used to routine and become dysregulated when there are changes. They are also not able to be cared for by just anyone as each autistic person has their own triggers and behaviours which have to be known and managed appropriately. This becomes a huge challenge for parents.

Sustainable Development Goals

Clean Water and Sanitation

Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all