1. Young people with disabilities vary in the challenges they face. But they have a lot in common - including the right to live independently and make choices for themselves. That is the theory. In reality, many have few opportunities to make their own decisions, as their parents, carers and professionals figure out what is best, based on what is available.
2. Just how limited opportunities are was spelled out in a study a couple of years ago, called Moving into adulthood, by Jenny Morris. It reported that many young people with disabilities have "no experience of an independent social life and few opportunities to make friends". They spend most of their time with family or paid carers and have no independent access to transport, telecommunications or personal assistance. To see the study, go to www.jrf.org.uk/knowledge/findings/foundations/512.asp.
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