Matt , 1988 , has 16 brothers and sisters who look out for him . `` We are all always worrying about him when we are not at home , '' said Matt 's oldest sister , 27-year-old Sarah Allen . 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 .
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 .