I have a nephew who has severe autism. He’s in his 30s now, so I’ve witnessed the disability sector evolve over that time. In the past, people with a disability had no control over their lives; they didn’t have a say. It wasn’t just my nephew who suffered; I have cousins with autism as well. My whole family has struggled with service providers who didn’t care enough. That really drove my passion for making things right.
I have a nephew who has severe autism. He’s in his 30s now, so I’ve witnessed the disability sector evolve over that time. In the past, people with a disability had no control over their lives; they didn’t have a say. It wasn’t just my nephew who suffered; I have cousins with autism as well. My whole family has struggled with service providers who didn’t care enough. That really drove my passion for making things right.
Jemima Parker
Catholic Care Senior Manager
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