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The last few months (1 year and 4 months to be exact) has drained me, and I think this weekend was the most tired I’ve felt in a long time. I know it’s the relief …
So today was an historic moment. After nearly 16 months of back and forth, total confusion, absolutely zero guidance and support, an adult services place was agreed for Jude. While it isn’t exactly where I …
I don’t feel like an authority on this topic in any way. However, if you have a child who cannot manage all aspects of their life independently after the age of 18, you will need …
After all these years of working alongside local authorities (LAs), I’ve found myself slipping into their jargon. I no longer say “what’s best for Jude,” but instead, I find myself saying “what meets his needs.” …
I didn’t want to do this but I’ve been driven to it. There may be a Herts County Council vs Alice take two. Living with a Jude lived dormant for the past however many years. …
This week, I feel a bit of a wreck. On a few occasions, I genuinely thought I was going to have a breakdown. I think I’ve been slowly getting more and more stressed …
Yesterday, Jude was visited at school by our SEN Officer. I didn’t even know we had one of these until I called the social care department (again) a fortnight ago and was told that …
Before you read the below post I want to make it clear that I am a huge supporter of the NHS. I love our NHS. I think we are really lucky to have this …
Why people with learning disabilities should be allowed to work for less than the minimum wage Sorry, I lied when I said I wouldn’t stay on my political high horse for very long. I …
Here are some of the conditions that don’t make you “really disabled.” Have you seen this article above? Clink on the link and have a look. Or if there is too much …