As carers grow older, who will care for adult neurodivergent individuals?

As generations grow older, families must plan for the long-term care and support of loved ones with special needs. Photo: 123rf

Malaysia needs to look beyond early intervention and childhood support and plan for the long-term needs of neurodivergent individuals and their ageing caregivers, says Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri.

The Women, Family and Community Development Minister said the country must prepare for two realities at the same time – neurodivergent people who are living longer while the country moves toward an ageing population.