Testimonial
9 November 2007
The Democrats have been active advocates for disability and health issues over a long period
Senator Allison in particular recognised the injustice of young people living in nursing homes long before it finally became visible on the media and policy agenda and worked to stop the Government buck passing that has characterised this issue, as well as the many issues facing carers. She has always been available to families living with disability and has worked to make sure these issues were properly addressed in recent Senate inquiries that that called for reform to disability services.
Senator Bartlett has also worked in this area having spoken many times about the difficulties faced by people with autism spectrum disorders and their families, something that has only recently come to prominence in the election campaign.
The Democrats have performed a positive role in pursuing community issues that are rarely glamourous but need to be directly addressed by Government.
Robert Pask
Disability advocate
Bronwyn Morkham
Carer and advocate for young people in nursing homes
Alan Blackwood
Policy manager and carer |
