Carer

[Castiger]

Hi, I'm new to this website. I am a widow and am the carer for my daughter who has Learning Disabilities. Hope to meet other carers like myself.

[jaykay777]

Castiger -- Welcome. How old is your daughter? I am a widow too, but don't have any family members with learning disabilities. I have learned a little about learning disabilities from friends whose children have learning disabilities. Does your daughter attend school, or is she an adult?

[Castiger in reply to jaykay777]

Hi, My daughter is 50 years old and attends a Day Centre 5 days a week near where we live. She has a good social life, goes skating with her career and has riding lessons once a week which she enjoys and is doing well there. She goes into respite care for 3 nights every month to give me a break. Obviously miss my husband, he was such a great support. Thank you for your interest.

[jaykay777 in reply to Castiger]

It sounds like your daughter has a well-rounded life. I live in horse country, where there is a riding program for handicapped people of all ages. I'm glad you have the respite on a regular basis.