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Muckamore Abbey Hospital: How should we care for vulnerable adults in NI?

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The care of vulnerable adults in Northern Ireland was brought into sharp focus with the publication of the Muckamore Abbey Hospital Inquiry report.

But how should we be caring for vulnerable adults?

James Patton, 39, has complex needs and lives in his own home, with round-the-clock care.

His parents said he has thrived since leaving Muckamore and living in the community.

According to the Department of Health, more than 1,200 adults with a learning disability have a care package in Northern Ireland, which covers both care in the community and residential care.

There are several charities in Northern Ireland which provide supported living for adults with learning disabilities in the community, including some people who were previously in Muckamore.

Positive Futures, which runs James’ accommodation, is one of them.

Its chief executive, Agnes Lunny, said it was important “to recognise that people with a learning disability are equal citizens”.

“We need to understand people deserve to have a life, and that life needs to be in the community.”

She said there was a need “to move away from crises” and instead “support families early and ensure that people can live well in their own communities”.


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