Category Archives: Wales

Caring never stops with the amazing way Ty Hafan makes every life so worth while

At the start of children’s hospice week, Liz Rundle takes a look at 24 hours in the life of Ty Hafan

PEOPLE who visit Ty Hafan always comment on the peace, tranquillity, brightness and inspiration the hospice exudes.

But those on the inside know that to achieve this environment – and the highest level of care – a huge amount of work, dedication and professionalism goes on, just as much outside of the building than inside.

Disability does not mean inability

Forever Remembered
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‘Disability does not mean inability’ this was the mantra from disability rights campaigner and trustee of Cardiff People First, Peter Lewis. I first met Peter while working for TPAS Cymru some 10-12 years ago. He was a passionate campaigner for portraying people not as disabled, but enabled to live with a physical or mental challenge in their lives. Although Peter was born with a learning disability, he believed that individuals living with a medical condition should be empowered to get involved in choices about their care and support, rather than being isolated recipients of it.

His death last week was a tragedy for his family, friends and colleagues, but more so for the people he had yet to influence. Peter died after being stabbed in Roath, Cardiff on the 28th April. Police have arrested and charged a man in connection with his death.

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Alzheimer’s choir is a ‘lifeline’ to sufferers

Alzheimer’s choir

A choir formed for people with dementia and their families

by Lorna Prichard

Members of the Forget Me Not choir Photo: Credit: ITV News Wales

A choir formed for people with dementia and their families has given John – as well as Julie – a new lease of life.

The Forget Me Not choir in Rhiwbina, Cardiff started life as a project with the Welsh National Opera (WNO). Half the members have Alzheimer’s, and half the members are their parents, friends and carers.