Chris, a 17 year old with a learning disability, started visiting his short break carers Bill and Maggie over two years ago, and is now very much part of their family and enjoys being with their grown-up children and young grandson.
Chris spends 16 days a year with Bill and Maggie.
When he's there he enjoys shopping for lunch, practising his cooking skills, walking the dogs and going with them to hear a local folk band.
He was so enthusiastic about his time with his short break carers that he asked to stay overnight occasionally and this is now part of his care plan.
Bill and Maggie enjoy time with Chris, seeing him develop his independence and are touched by how he appreciates what they do for him.
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