After leaving Treloar College in July 2002 I moved to 'Living Options' in Chichester where I had the opportunity to further my independence skills and share my experiences with the organisation, by representing them in various roles, ie- funding focused seminars to ensure a wider representation of the charity. In 2003 I moved to the 'Independent Living Project' near Alton in Hampshire. Using their centred planning approach I was able to develop Independent living ability, social skills and interpersonal development.

My time there was very well spent because I was happy and settled, though very scared to begin with. There are some very important questions in our lives today and this project enabled me to explore some of the wider questions that are raised today.

In Feb 2005 I moved on to Oakhanger. 'MY OWN HOME'. and by this time I had joined the SVA. I was given the role of Hampshire Liaison Officer, which has enabled me to go into schools and promote Disability Awareness to a wider audience. I enjoy this role because of the wide range of people I meet and the opportunities that come from it.