2023-07-14 14:20:05
Learning disabled people receive a letter from King Charles
People supported by learning disability charity Hft in Essex have received a letter from King Charles thanking them for their support ahead of the Coronation earlier this year.
In May, Joseph, one of the people supported by Hft who attends the local day service in Ugley, designed, constructed and decorated a pottery crown to commemorate the crowning of Britain’s new monarch.
Wanting to share his creation, Joseph, along with staff at the day service, wrote to His Majesty to showcase the crown and wish the new King a joyful Coronation and a successful reign. The team also extended a thank you to The Princess Royal for her continued support of Hft as she has been a Royal Patron of the charity for over 40 years.
Two months later, the service received a very special signed letter in the post from King Charles and the Queen Consort, Camilla.
The letter reads:
“We were deeply touched by your most kind and thoughtful message following our Coronation. We are enormously grateful to everyone who took part in the celebrations, and particularly appreciate that you so generously took the time to write to us on this very special occasion.”
Irena Adomaitiene, Day Services Manager for Hft, says, “You can imagine how happy and joyful the people we support were to receive a letter from the King – it’s definitely not a daily occurrence! We will be sure to celebrate with a cream tea.”
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About Hft
Proudly established in 1962 by a group of visionary parents, Hft is a charity supporting more than 2,500 learning disabled adults in England and Wales. Together, we are creating a future where learning disabled people and their families can live the best life possible.
Providing personalised support. Creating solutions for living independently. Coming together to campaign for positive change. Fundraising for new opportunities and a bigger impact.
In 2033, we’ll live in a world where learning disabled people have greater choice. About where they live. The support they need and want. And how to spend their time and money.
Learning disability versus difficulty
A learning disability is different from a learning difficulty but the terms are often confused and used inter-changeably. A learning difficulty does not affect general intellect, whereas a learning disability is a life-long condition characterised by a reduced intellectual ability and struggle with everyday activities.
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For more information about Hft please visit www.hft.org.uk
