I am extremely concerned about the current state of the care system in this area and the country as a whole.
It is not only failing the elderly, but those with illnesses and disabilities alike. We should no longer tolerate a system which leaves many with no support and others with poor quality services.
A survey by the National Autistic Society found that two-thirds of adults with autism do not have the support they need and as a result a third had developed mental health problems.
Recently, Andrew Dilnot released a report on how the system can be improved.
As a local resident and a supporter of the National Autistic Society, I would like to appeal to our MPs to bring this issue to Parliament and help make Dilnot’s suggestions a reality.
Without this, people will continue to be left to cope without the support they desperately need.
Mrs Daryll Golding
St Mark Drive
Colchester
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