The purpose of this study was to assess the psychosocial impacts of autism and the supportrnsystems to families of children with autism and their perception of the supports provided. To dornthis, a narrative research design was used for the study and qualitative approach was employed.rnData were gathered from Joy Center Nia Foundation for Autistic children in Addis Ababa,rnEthiopia. First, the researcher availed himself to employ observervation session. Then, usingrninterviews, focus group discussion and observation; three teachers, including one head ofrnteachers, five parents have participated in the study to obtain the necessary data. Findings of thernstudy revealed that these parents were getting the support they needed even though there were arnnumber of support systems yet to be accomplished. Experience and educational level of familiesrnappeared to have significant relationship with the provision of the support system and its application.rnBesides, psychological problems such as depression, exculsion, anxiety, fear, etc had also been theirrnmajor problems. Caregivers are also found to get subsistence amount of money which can otherwisernaffect the support system. Following the findings and conclusions drawn, it is recommended that therngovernment and other pertinent bodies should work in collaboration with the management of therncenter in areas where families can benefit a lot and ameliorate their current problems. It is alsornrecommended that the center should do its very best to make the center a conducive research placernfor all who come to carry out their studies