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Grateful for the pen pal system

Posted By Football101

"Grateful for the pen pal system"

About: Inglewood & Districts Health Service Aged Care

(as a staff member),

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During COVID the local primary school started a pen pal system with the hostel residents. My son who has autism and ADHD has been in regular contact with a resident since. The bond between them is amazing and I believe has helped my son grow so much.

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Response from April McKenzie, Director of Clinical and Community Services, Inglewood and Districts Health Service 2 years ago
April McKenzie
Director of Clinical and Community Services,
Inglewood and Districts Health Service

Submitted on 15/08/2022 at 12:20 PM
Published on Care Opinion Australia at 12:25 PM

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Dear Football101,

Thank you for providing this fantastic feedback about this program. It is great to hear that is has been of benefit for all involved. I have seen the joy in the residents when they talk about the interactions that they have had through mail with their pen pals.

I understand there are plans in place to arrange a pen pal catch-up which will be a fantastic experience for all involved.

Once again thank you for taking the time to provide a account of your son's experience.

Yours Sincerely,

April

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