One seizure, and suddenly everything Candace knew – her ability to speak, to connect, to be understood – was stripped away. Her world felt small. Candace’s potential, though vast, remained locked away.

When Candace moved into her new home supported by SeeAbility, everything began to change. For the first time in years, people saw someone with a story, a personality and a voice waiting to be heard. 

Candace’s team (led by Deputy Manager Rebecca) believed in Candace’s potential from the start. It began with small things – gestures, expressions and pointing.  Every choice Candace made, no matter how simple, was acknowledged and encouraged. Slowly, Candace began to respond in new ways. A nod here, a shake of the head there. Then came the sounds - soft at first, but growing with confidence. Each response was met with encouragement, reinforcing the idea that her voice mattered, however it came through.

Gradually, Candace began to speak again. Her voice that had disappeared for so long was making a reappearance.

'She has a voice now - we just have to listen' - Rebecca

At SeeAbility, we listen. We listen to people with learning disabilities, autism and sight loss to empower them to live, love, thrive and belong.

You can help more people like Candace be heard and find their confidence again. Please make a donation today and change more lives this autumn.