Ann Waters has learning difficulties and receives services from Hillcrest Portswood home care in Hampshire
Which professional has been of most use to you?
My social workers through the years.
Who has helped you the most?
My doctor.
How would you run care services in your area differently?
Give more support to those who need it most.
What three words best describe you?
Happy, kind and funny.
What event most changed your life?
Becoming a member of the Westlife fan club.
What would make your life better?
Having staff here for longer.
Who is your dream date?
All Westlife.
What is your favourite book?
I only like magazines, especially ones about soap operas.
When did you have the most fun?
Three years ago at Brighton with my support workers.
If you could ban one thing what would it be?
Rudeness.
What is your greatest achievement?
Learning to eat healthily.
What cause would you fight for?
Starving people in Africa.
Who do you most admire?
All my support staff who work with me and my sister.
How would you like to be remembered?
As a kind, caring person.
If you ask me…Ann Waters
June 8, 2006 in Disability
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