Danny is a non-verbal autistic adult. He will need round-the-clock care for as long as he lives and requires a liquid-only diet. His life is worth living. He brings joy to the people around him.
Danny’s mother, Virginia Bovell, testifies to the grinding battles to obtain support, dealing with dismissive professionals, and confronting those who would rather people like Danny not exist. But most of all, she testifies to the goodness of his life – his capacity for laughter, love and relationships – and the fulfilment he has brought her.
As a society, we have a choice about who we want to be. Do we provide care for those who are different from us? And if we don’t, what are we losing?
