Jackie's story and how our advocates helped her

At People First, we're passionate about making sure everyone's voice is heard.

Our Advocacy team work hard to support local people to know their rights, and make sure they are treated with fairness, dignity and respect.

The following story is just one example of the impact our Advocates have:

Jackie is a visually impaired individual living in a care facility, she spends most of her days engaging in arts and crafts. She sits at her table and enjoys the tactile experience of creating pictures with crayons on A5 cards. 

Despite her passion for crafting, Jackie faced significant financial challenges, her weekly budget was limited to just £25. This was forcing staff to make tough decisions between essential items like shower gel and art supplies, this tight budget also restricted Jackie's ability to engage in outdoor activities, as trips out were costly. Jackie, who requires a wheelchair for mobility, often found it difficult and uncomfortable to access transportation. 

Recognising the limitations that Jackie's financial situation placed on her quality of life, a People first independent advocate was asked to step in and address her her needs. 

As a result of our intervention, Jackie's budget was increased to the £250 per month, allowing her to continue her arts and crafts without having to sacrifice importance personal care items. Additionally, Jackie's mobility and access to the community improved significantly when she received use of an accessible car.

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