Poor dude. He never got the help he deserved and needed. Absolutely criminal for the government to leave people like this alone. Absolute disgrace... Only got use of one arm... in a wheelchair.... No help at all... Can't even shut his front door. ITS SO SAD... Hope you are okay Christine!
I applaud you Christine for showing the plight of a long service man in Britain, after serving his country, no longer a place for hero s, the sick and disabled....does society care ,? The answer is heartbreaking, and sad to see in a country that used to be called Great. I remember some one saying the true mark of a society is how they treat such people , God bless you for having the courage for showing the sad state of affairs of the services that let him down ...to the highest office in the land , they should feel shame , but have none
You know, we got all these Charities coming up in UK on our day-time TV saying they care for the elderly - just send five pounds a month. Mostly directed towards the elderly viewers. They don't give a number to call if you need help - just send five pounds or more a month. I ask.., where is all that money going because it isn't coming to me or people like Jack? If you watched my 'Tour of Christmas Hamburg' you will see real 'Care in the Community'. Here in UK we blindly follow the USA when it comes to care of the elderly - it's all about the 'Money Honey': how much they can save if the elderly die whilst receiving a pension, how much can they make with providing so-called care which means swallowing up all their savings or inheritance - plus their long purchased home. That is UK 'Care in the Community' USA style.
Thank you so much for filming this Christine. It was really heartbreaking to watch and should be seen by his council, GP surgery and all care agencies. I am so sorry for your loss and how your brother had to end his days. This video should definitely help others as sadly there are still too many ( and I am sure more now) disabled , vulnerable people living like this in the community. It was disgusting how the Echo reporter treated you .
I think if my late brother Jack of 21 years military service did have his final 15 minutes of fame - it would be for many others to speak out and express just how much UK's 'Care in the Community' is failing.
I wish I could say I'm shocked Christine but I'm not. Some people are in the same situation now as Jack was back then. Jack obviously needed much more support than he was given and it does make you lose faith in humanity when you see people let down like that. We are coming up to the festive season now and I always think about the many elderly, disabled, and lonely people this time of year. I hope you are ok Christine and not on your own this Christmas and well done for telling Jack's story.
When it comes to UK's elderly they are written off many times by all so-called caring professionals. I mean look what happened in Care Homes during the Covid Crisis - many died through government policies of shoving all together as a policy that only the strongest will survive!
One of my biggest complaints about 'Care for the Elderly' is the system for 'Invalid Support' now 'Personal Independence Payment' (PIP). It is given only to people of working age: before Pension age. It is often misused and they can claim it for life! However, someone over Pension age, should they befall a dramatic change in their life or lifestyle, like even losing a leg or similar to my brother Jack - they are not entitled to PIP or any financial assistance at all - even if their condition worsens. Those fortunate to have spouses to care for them get a measly amount but that is deductible from all other benefits. As a Home-care worker for my last five years of working I met many in that sad situation. Myself I am going on 76 had a few bad falls with broken bones, rely on a rollator and mobility scooter to get out and about - the latter paid out of my pension with no PIP. I need help with cleaning my flat once a week but not entitled unless I pay for it from these greedy Privatised so-called 'Care Companies'. My brother Jack paid £70 pounds a week back then for 'Home Help' and look what he got! UK 'Care in the Community?' PS: I was also in the Military but not for as long as my brother Jack. Christine Peters
Poor dude. He never got the help he deserved and needed. Absolutely criminal for the government to leave people like this alone. Absolute disgrace... Only got use of one arm... in a wheelchair.... No help at all... Can't even shut his front door. ITS SO SAD... Hope you are okay Christine!
I applaud you Christine for showing the plight of a long service man in Britain, after serving his country, no longer a place for hero s, the sick and disabled....does society care ,? The answer is heartbreaking, and sad to see in a country that used to be called Great. I remember some one saying the true mark of a society is how they treat such people , God bless you for having the courage for showing the sad state of affairs of the services that let him down ...to the highest office in the land , they should feel shame , but have none
Thanks mterrylane for your reply.
Its painful to see genuine people completely let down and betrayed by the systems made to protect us.
You know, we got all these Charities coming up in UK on our day-time TV saying they care for the elderly - just send five pounds a month. Mostly directed towards the elderly viewers.
They don't give a number to call if you need help - just send five pounds or more a month.
I ask.., where is all that money going because it isn't coming to me or people like Jack?
If you watched my 'Tour of Christmas Hamburg' you will see real 'Care in the Community'. Here in UK we blindly follow the USA when it comes to care of the elderly - it's all about the 'Money Honey': how much they can save if the elderly die whilst receiving a pension, how much can they make with providing so-called care which means swallowing up all their savings or inheritance - plus their long purchased home.
That is UK 'Care in the Community' USA style.
Thank you so much for filming this Christine. It was really heartbreaking to watch and should be seen by his council, GP surgery and all care agencies. I am so sorry for your loss and how your brother had to end his days. This video should definitely help others as sadly there are still too many ( and I am sure more now) disabled , vulnerable people living like this in the community.
It was disgusting how the Echo reporter treated you .
I think if my late brother Jack of 21 years military service did have his final 15 minutes of fame - it would be for many others to speak out and express just how much UK's 'Care in the Community' is failing.
So sad, sorry for the loss of your brother, I pray he rests in peace Amen
Thanks Susan
I feel so bad for you and your late brother Jack.. Hope this world changes its ways.. Its shocking and hurtful
Yes this world is sad but luckily my brother is now out of it.
That home support worker obviously does nothing disgrace 😮
One Care Worker called during my visit and suddenly said 'I've left my bag at my last call!' Then she quickly left without doing anything.
I am sorry for your loss 🙏
Thanks.
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I wish I could say I'm shocked Christine but I'm not. Some people are in the same situation now as Jack was back then. Jack obviously needed much more support than he was given and it does make you lose faith in humanity when you see people let down like that. We are coming up to the festive season now and I always think about the many elderly, disabled, and lonely people this time of year. I hope you are ok Christine and not on your own this Christmas and well done for telling Jack's story.
Thanks for your comments dazuk. The Care situation in UK is not just as bad as then but even worse!
& yet we find monies to house illegal immigrants in hotels....
When it comes to UK's elderly they are written off many times by all so-called caring professionals. I mean look what happened in Care Homes during the Covid Crisis - many died through government policies of shoving all together as a policy that only the strongest will survive!
i hope your getting on ok, xxx
Thanks I'm doing fine and keeping busy.
An absolute disgrace.
Indeed!
One of my biggest complaints about 'Care for the Elderly' is the system for 'Invalid Support' now 'Personal Independence Payment' (PIP). It is given only to people of working age: before Pension age.
It is often misused and they can claim it for life!
However, someone over Pension age, should they befall a dramatic change in their life or lifestyle, like even losing a leg or similar to my brother Jack - they are not entitled to PIP or any financial assistance at all - even if their condition worsens. Those fortunate to have spouses to care for them get a measly amount but that is deductible from all other benefits.
As a Home-care worker for my last five years of working I met many in that sad situation. Myself I am going on 76 had a few bad falls with broken bones, rely on a rollator and mobility scooter to get out and about - the latter paid out of my pension with no PIP. I need help with cleaning my flat once a week but not entitled unless I pay for it from these greedy Privatised so-called 'Care Companies'.
My brother Jack paid £70 pounds a week back then for 'Home Help' and look what he got!
UK 'Care in the Community?'
PS: I was also in the Military but not for as long as my brother Jack.
Christine Peters
Correction - £70 a month for his Home Help