Read Helen’s first blog of 2012: Reflecting on 2011 – The story of Jennie’s Circle of Support

04 January 2012

For many of us, New Year is a time for some reflection on the past year and resolutions for the year to come. This is true for HSA, as in the first week in January, we have two days together to learn from and celebrate the last year and plan for the future. I ask everyone to think about three or four things that they want to share that they are proud of. I would like to share with you something that I have been proud to be involved in and that is Jennie's Circle of Support. In December, I blogged about starting Jon's Circle, here Suzie, Jennie's Mum talks about the story of Jennie's circle, and the difference it has made.

"Jennie is 20 and has a warm personality; she is fun with a cheeky sense of humour, a real zest for life and is great company.

Even though it is sometimes hard for Jennie to articulate her thoughts and feelings, I admire her determination to communicate with us about whether she likes an activity, place or a person.

After Jennie was diagnosed with autism, we received four nights of overnight respite care a month and that began our journey with services.

 

To read Helen's blog in full, please click here.

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