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Guilt 1
There is a need for carers to be aware of guilt. A carer’s own guilt may be hidden under a mantle of ‘care’, stoicism, heroics or martyrdom. It may not be recognised in the rush of multi-tasking and ‘getting things done’ from … Continue reading
How to write ‘All about me’ for profile of a disabled person
Hi! My name is … I am a quiet man who smiles a lot and is generally happy. I like to click my fingers and I sometimes hum. I use eye contact and I listen to what people say, but I … Continue reading
Posted in autism, Carer role, Planning for the future
Tagged advocacy, autism, disability action
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Person Centred Active Support is also for the client’s network
Disability SA in co-operation with SCOSA (Spastic Centre of South Australia) , CARA (Community Accommodation and Respite Agency) , and Leveda Inc have formed a joint Community of Practice espousing ‘Person Centred Active Support’ for their clients with disabilities who spend considerable … Continue reading
Unmet need in disability services
On Friday July 24th 2009, the front page of the Advertiser reported that Beverley Eitzen, who for 16 years had cared for a son with a mental capacity of a two year old, had appeared in court accused of the … Continue reading
South Australian Autism Advocate 