Genuinely can't imagine the array of emotions Anna is going through, her whole adult life has been about being there for Andy. She has been the most loving, patient, dedicated and devoted mum in the world. Andy is very lucky to have such a wonderful woman in his life. Anna you have so much ahead of you and I promise you that both you and Andy are going to thrive. Andy will always be your little boy no matter where he lives because he knows how much you love him. You absolutely deserve to start putting your life first. I wish you all the joy in the world.

LETS GO ANDY! So proud of him. From school refusal to back to school to moving out. So happy for the lad

I hope Anna is keeping okay, she is clearly a very fantastic mother who is always going to be caring and protective over Andy. It must be a huge emotional change for her personally, as well as it will be for Andy and everybody else. It's wonderful that he can experience his own independence and hopefully this arrangement will be wonderful for you all. Sending love!

wow, what a huge step for Andy and both of you. I owe a lot to some of the content on this channel, it's taught me about autism and even made me realise that I may in fact be autistic myself. To have 18+ years of unexplainable feelings both explained and validated has genuinely made my life so much more understandable and enjoyable.

@RustyVaperGameplay

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Don't speculate about being autistic. Actually get checked.

@eti1687

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@@RustyVaperGameplay it takes multiple years and a tremendous ammount of effort and for what? I don't need the support that could be offered to me. I manage well day to day. But I should do it to justify myself to people like you? No thanks.

This is massive news! Really excited for Andy's next step in life, power to him!

YESYESYES!! I'm so happy for you all, especially Andy! To come full circle from refusing school to going regularly, coping with a house move, school moves, social worker changes, carer changes even eating new foods, that boy can conquer it all and i have no doubt in my mind that he won't give this new chapter the biggest effort going and come out of it an even greater young man than he already is. This transition is such a massive moment for everyone but you'll always be his parents and he'll always be your son, all that happens now is that relationship blossoming, you'll obviously see him less because he's not in your home but every time you speak to him and go out and do things with him will be so incredibly special. Anna, i'm not a mama but i've worked as a support worker with the special needs community for years and i've seen how the bonds between parent and child change greatly but always become so much more special. It becomes stronger and is an incredibly positive experience for all parties no matter how much you miss each other. Love to all of you and i hope the transition is smooth and as positive for you all as it can be!

It's so amazing that Andy is transitioning to supported living. From the kid who was too anxious to go to his grandad's house to hitting a huge milestone like that, incredible! Give my love to Anna, it's always hard to watch them fly the nest but throw disabilities in the mix, and it becomes even harder to let them go. I'm sure he'll thrive though ❤️ best of luck with everything.

As someone who has ASD Andy is doing amazing and its great everyone is allowing him to go at his own pace! Anna - I am sending you the biggest hugs! You are so strong ❤️

i am on the autism spectrum myself. this is a big step for all of you. i am hoping and praying that all of this goes without any more hitches. anna it is time for you to do some things for yourself, your experiences tought me a lot about being a better self advocate. it seems like yesterday that andy was a young kid refusing school and now look at this. he is doing grown up things. you guys have been on my prayer list for a while and this is an answer to prayer. like someone always says keep moving forward. best of luck and best regards parker

I've been a viewer of the channel since 2017 feel so lucky to have seen how much Andy has grown and changed since then, congratulations Andy lad

I said this before and I will say it again: Anna, listen to Kevin. Andy is a full grown adult now and he needs his independance and this is good for him to do so. Keeping him at home forever was never viable, nor is it healthy, as you and Kevin aren't always gonna be around for him in life and Andy needs time away from his parents. Plus, you now have your own life to do what you want to do, including that surgery you put off for years. Definitely get that booked in! Think of all the adventures you and Kevin can go on, London, Denmark (I seriously reccomend Billund), Tokyo, Ireland, Germany, even Disneyland Paris! You guys can even go on the Haunted Mansion ride!!!! Nows your chance to do all those things! As for hobbies, isn't gaming a hobby? If you're looking at more to do, there's felting, crochet, resin craft, animation, painting, the list is endless.

This is awesome news ❤ I got a bit teary 😢 iv been watching for a while & watch Andy grow into the beautiful man 👨 sending you a big hug Anna 😊 x

Wishing Andy all the best in his new home. From one Mum to another: Love & strength to Anna, it's such a huge transition for her too. Enjoy having lots of happy son & mum times in this new chapter. 💕

Congratulations to you all! Hope Andy copes well with the move and is looked after well💖 My girlfriend's brother (think I've mentioned him before) is around the same age and spectrum position as Andy, and it's getting that time where it's time for family to consider adult supported living environments for him. He's already in a similar type of environment within his boarding school, where he receives all the help he needs while also being encouraged to build his independence. And he goes out on a lot of trips too! He's really enjoying it there and they're really good with him, so we hope the next stage is just as nice for him.

well done to both of u for get to the next step with Andy 🎉🎉 I hope everything goes well 🎉 and all the best for the future

I'm so glad, Andy's finding fun and is showing more independence. I feel for Anna, though I know that she has a hard time not being with Andy. Best to both of you ❤️

This is great news and will be great for you all. My family have been through this. Its hard to let them go but is the best for everyone. My Mum was 20 when she had my older brother who was autistic. he didn't move to a care home until he was in his mid 20s. Him and the family found it hard at first was best for everyone and he became so independent. Also yay for visiting flying tiger I work for them

My brother has been in supported living for the past 12 years since turning 18. Initially it was tough for him because he would get used to staff for months/years, then they would be replaced and he would need to get used to new staff, but after a while it just becomes normal. He goes back to our parents house every Sunday for dinner and they take him down the pub. He sleeps over on his birthday/over christmas and he goes on a caravan holiday twice a year. Our experience with the staff at NAS has been very positive overall, they regularly keep us updated about how he is doing and where he has been. There are some things which could be improved (ex. some staff not doing laundry properly) but we can't really complain.

I'm sorry you're broken, Anna. I know this will be sad for you, but this is where your adult life without being his carer begins. Yes get those surgeries to get as unbroken as you can. And do resting. You've done a lot of difficult work in the past 18 years, so when you get the chance, you need and deserve to do a lot of resting. He won't forget you. That'd be impossible.

Oh my goodness. I am so pleased for the both of you to have found something that works for everybody long term! Andy will love it and Anna will be able to have more time to do the things she enjoys, whilst also seeing Andy too of course.

Oh Anna. I do feel for you.

I've been watching this channel for 4 years now, I'm so proud of you all! Thank you for keeping us in the loop on everything, wishing the absolute best for the family and for Andy's move!

Great to hear the news regarding Andy. I am sure all will go well!

amazing... best of luck to andy, hope the transistion goes well. keep smiling guys

Hope everything goes well for all of you! Hope all goes well for Andy too 😊

Oh my gosh this is amazing for all of you! Sounds like Andy is going to just thrive and have a great time! I can only imagine all the feelings Anna is going through right now. Give her lots of gentle hugs.

That place sounds amazing for Andy! So cool that he’s able to have so many activities and and have his independence too. I know it’ll be hard for you both but it’ll get easier as you transition in to it! Good luck to you all!!

Thank you for sharing this news with us. Sending you, Anna and Andy positive vibes during this big transition. I noticed in the beginning “episode 1 ?”. Does that mean you are considering vlogging more? Would love to see it.

That's possibly great news guys ... really hoping it goes super well... brilliant for Andy

That's such great news about Andy! You should be so proud to have got him to this level of independence. When he does start living there full time, I recommend a holiday that's just the two of you. Get yourselves some substantial rest and pure fun time. It sounds like he will enjoy life more in his new home too. Being his carer would only have gotten harder and harder the longer he carried on living with you into adulthood, and letting go would only have gotten harder too.

@kevinchapmanvlog

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It’s already booked for May!

@thebestwillow

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@@kevinchapmanvlog great. Please be giving Anna lots of cuddles.

Congratulations Andy! What an exciting step! ❤

What a big step for everyone. You guys are all amazing. It sounds like you’ve found a wonderful program and place for Andy. He will love doing all those activities.

Awesome....so important that he has his independence. Having worked with so many 40/50 year olds with disabilities who were never given the opportunity to gain independence I have seen first hand just how important that is. So glad to know that you are supporting and encouraging Andy to do that ☺️

super happy for you all.

Been watching you guys for over 5 years at this point. Really proud of all of you 💙

Aww what a huge step for Andy! I hope the best for you all

I've loved watching your guys journey over the years, now an exciting new chapter! Always look forward to the next video, lots of love 💜

Im so happy for Andy and your family 👪. My friends sons serverly autistic his 19, just gone into shared living. She vlogs on instagram, and some perverted man was stalking her, saying she was his wife in a past life 🤯. Then, he found out where her sons new home is. Turned up when he was going on an outing saying that's his father when the poor boys dad only passed away last year. Sam freaked out into a rage melt down,then hit the van. Police came and arrested the man but we all know how pathetic AVO are. So please 🙏 be careful with people who ask to many questions. In a good note Andy will be so bissy and have new to be best mates. And you and your wife can finally not be worried about Andy and re start things you love.

Best of luck Andy. I hope that you continue to enjoy you new home. You are so fortunate to have Kevin and Anna as your parents. Much love to you all.

What a fantastic time for Andy, it must be so scary but so exciting for all involved. You've both done a fantastic job and he's a credit to you both. Get fixed Anna now is the time

I'm grateful you took time to tell us, I've been following since my daughter was diagnosed at 2, she is now 6, I feel for Anna and I wish u all the best. 🥰 u guys have really made me feel not alone when going through this my daughter is non verbal and has significant learning disability as well as the ASD . I hope the transition goes as smoothly as possible for both u guys and Andy 💗

Wow they grow up so fast I wish Andy well and hope he likes it there it's good to courage & support them in being independent ❤ ❤

As someone who’s worked in supported living for years I can tell you he will have a blast. Well done it’s a big step but everyone’s quality of life will improve

I’ve been watching your channel for years and he’s come so far, that’s an amazing step so well done Andy! (And as a fellow mum, well done Anna 😅). Hope you all adjust well 😊

Well done Andy!!!! A huge step for you all. xxxx

what a lovely video. good luck Andy on your new venture x

Way to go Andy! Can’t believe how far he’s come and so happy to see the happy ending to this journey. Best wishes to you all- and again, WELL DONE ANDY! 🎉😊

WOW nice to see Andy getting there and nice to see you both finally have you time to do things you both love and Anna be strong you will get there, go and enjoy you time now

All the best and positive thoughts to you all! Hope this will bring in an exciting new chapter for you all and can create new happy memories. Anna and yourself Kev have done a great job with Andy and it is because of that he can take this step. Take care and remember to look after yourselves during this.

Wishing Andy all the best in his new place

Great news about Andy. Although I'm sure there will be some "bumps" along the way, it's the start of Andy's journey in the big wide world and I'm sure he'll make a success of it in the long run.

Wow, great news for Andy ❤

Fantastic . I hope andy enjoyes all the activitys .😁

I'm so happy for you all! Life is a journey and growth is part of it. I can't wait to hear about how all the new adventures turn out. As for a hobby for Anna maybe macrama?

Let’s go Andy. Good luck in your new big adventure

Anna, do not worry for Andy, He is, basically, now at a Stage, moving out to adult assisted Care, that *I have not yet reached* ! the fact Andy is ready to take this Step is a massive Credit to your tirelessness in Raising Him, so, take comfort in that He, thanks to your wonderful Care, is at a Stage that even some *twice* His age are not ready for Yet! Andy will Thrive, He will love it there! so do not worry. Prayers Sent for Andy, and for You. God bless, and, again, awesome getting Andy Ready for this Massive Step! You have done Brilliantly.

Well done to you all ❤

So proud of you all! Well done team 👌🏼❤️

Get up Andy! Glad he seems to like it there. Great news and great update!

Huge step for you all, hope everything goes smoothly

Good luck Andy in your new home! You’ve grown into such a sweet handsome independent lad! Best wishes for now and the future!

Watched you guys since the beginning of the vlogs and it’s been such a long time now. Time flies good on you both and good on Andy

What an incredible achievement Andy! Step 1 of the next phase 🎉

You've done a great job Anna - Sending lots of love. This must be so hard but Andy getting some independence is an amazing thing.

Andy, YOU ARE THE MAN!!! Been watching since 2018, and he's come on in leaps and bounds. An absolute inspiration.

I am very happy for Andy!! I know it is hard for Anna!! Thank you for your update!! Love you guys!!

Hope your ok with that absolutely love you guys keep up the incredible content

Amazing news so proud of all of you

I hope he does really well, best wishes to him and you two.

BIG HUGS Anna X I.m sure Andy will be happy and safe and you will have quality time with him at the weekends and you will all be happier. XxX

I'm happy for all three of you. Big opportunities for everyone ahead.

watched you guys since the VERY start, litreally since andy was tiny, so proud of you all. lots of love and luck to andy ❤️ And Anna, i hope you finally get a good rest too 🌟

I remember the conversation years ago when you where talking about this subject

Good luck Andy and even over the years Anna has said no he will love with her forever us parents won’t be here forever so better to help transition now while you can continue supporting him from Arms reach , my twins are 8 so will have this to go through later in Life x

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Exactly. It not healthy in the long run and kids need to learn to be independant.

Omg why did this make me cry I’m so proud of him he’s grown up so much his come so far

I hope everything goes well

I totally agree with u. It’s important that he is safe with and without two. What about colouring for Anna. I love my jelly cats and squishmallows. I rescued some jelly cats in the chazzas including bunnies and even a pig etc. I also have a mini blue octopus made by jelly cat too. Enjoy your new freedom!!!

Good luck both of you hope enjoy life

Good luck to Andy. I know he has both of your full support.

Kev I wish everyone are well. I am in Australia.

Im 4 minutes in and i just want to give Anna a cuddle. xxx

Good luck to you all 🙂

huge step for hm and your fav shop is awesome as local to that specific one and i love it

❤️😘💕👌🏻👍🏻 glad Andy got his location he call his home 😂 Will have Andy my 💓 when do my moving out journey when comes around 🤣 Good motivation 😘 Hopefully you two have lot fun ☺️

That is incredible, well done Andy! 🎉

all the best for Andy on his journey, good to know about the magazine place, probably a bit far for me but i'll keep an eye out for them, wrestling ones are hard to find

Another great video Kev. Anna really doesn’t seem happy about it. I have been watching the video since your first videos and see the story evolve. It has been an emotional journey for all that has been involved

You look so worried Anna it will be okay I know he has additional needs but he will be okay if he needs you he will tell you x

I know that it will hurt Anna but is good for Andy and him being independent. I fully agree with you Kev on your privacy stance.

Wishing Andy good luck for the future what he will achieve will be amazing 👏 x

I ain't seen you lot for ages and seen this and thought wow that's a pretty huge step for Andy, I hope he enjoys it and I actually hope it works out (I hope you guys see this tbh)

Great news for Andy

I know this is a very hard thing to do. Ive worked with clients like Andy for 27 years. Its good to get him used to another place. I have seen clients live with their parents all their life. When their parents die . it is devastating on the clients

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Maybe it is devastating, but I guess you've got to weigh up the pros and cons. I personally would want my child to live with me and do day programmes

I am a support worker for supported living residents is the best job ever done in the last seven years and you go on such lovely trips and holidays and growing their independence is great to see Andy make that huge step

All the very best to you all

Anna doesn't look happy about this at all, I really don't think I could do it, stay strong Anna xx

That’s fantastic news for Andy getting some independence to a certain extent. It’s going to be hard for all at first to adjust to the new life. Regarding hobbies for Anna Diamond painting Card making Cross stitching

Congratulations Andy ! 🎉

😊😊well done Andy been watching u from the start, will we see Andy? Every now n then? I hope so

This is a very big step for Andy and for you and Anna as this is a massive change in your life but I hope it all goes well