I AM concerned about the state of the care system in this area and the rest of the country. 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, economist Andrew Dilnot released a report on how the system could be improved. As a supporter of The National Autistic Society, I would appeal to our MPs to bring this issue to Parliament and help make Mr Dilnot’s suggestions a reality.
Mrs Anne Cash Green Bank Bolton
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