Matt , 1988 , has 16 brothers and sisters who look out for him . They love him deeply but Matt 's severe autism `` strains every relationship in the home '' They also say he has given them gifts of empathy , flexibility and patience . The Allens hope that when Matthew Allen grows up he can work and enjoy leisure in safety .
Matthew Allen , 16 , has 10 brothers and sisters who look out for him . They love him deeply but Matt 's severe autism `` strains every relationship in the home '' They also say he has given them gifts of empathy , flexibility and patience . The Allens hope that when Matt grows up he can work and enjoy leisure in safety .