Make content about: Maxine is building her own life again
After twenty years of solely caring for her daughter Lottie, Maxine is building her own life again.
This story
Maxine spent twenty years caring for her daughter Lottie, who has Down syndrome, giving up her career to look after her. After moving to Worthing and experiencing financial strain, Maxine returned to work and arranged personal assistants for Lottie through direct payments. Lottie now enjoys independent outings like cinema trips and swimming, while Maxine is applying for jobs and setting up a business.
Where you could take it
Spend time with Maxine as she works on setting up her business while Lottie prepares for an outing with her assistant.
Where it happens
Worthing
The charity
- Charity: Independent Lives (Disability)
- Registration number: 1153815
- Based in: Worthing, England