Grace, who has severe disabilities, was neglected for two decades at a foster home until a 2017 investigation prompted a review of her care. The Farrelly Commission found no evidence of sexual or emotional abuse but highlighted significant neglect, especially regarding dental care and financial mismanagement. Iain Smith, a social worker, raised concerns as early as 2007, identifying alarming issues in her care and historical abuse claims. Despite his efforts, Grace remained in the foster home until 2009, illustrating the systemic issues within the care system.
Grace, a non-verbal woman with severe disabilities, faced neglect in foster care for two decades, leading to a commission investigating her treatment and care.
The Farrelly Commission found no evidence of abuse but confirmed Grace suffered neglect and inadequate care, highlighting failures in the foster system.
Iain Smith raised alarms in 2007 regarding Grace's care, discovering historical allegations of abuse and subsequently enduring resistance before she was moved in 2009.
Despite extensive testimony and a lengthy report submitted by Mr. Smith, Grace's significant neglect went unaddressed for years amid institutional obstacles.
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