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Lessons from Care: Ensuring Dignity and Safety in Specialist Disability Accommodation

A coroner's finding into the death of Robert James Mapleson highlights critical systemic issues in supporting individuals with complex needs within Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA). This story explores the challenges faced and offers actionable insights for the disability community to advocate for better care and safeguarding.

3 March 2026Coroner's FindingAI Summarised

intellectual disabilityschizophreniaepilepsy

Source: COR 2025 001734

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Inquest into Louise's Death Highlights Gaps in Care Coordination and Communication

A Victorian Coroner's finding into the death of Louise Elizabeth Hayes, aged 49, has underscored critical systemic issues in the coordination of care and communication between healthcare providers and disability services. The investigation revealed significant challenges in ensuring consistent, person-centred support, particularly during periods of deteriorating health.

3 March 2026Coroner's FindingAI Summarised

cerebral palsyepilepsydysphagia

Source: COR 2020 005383

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A Silent Scream: Unpacking Systemic Failures in Maryam's Death

The coroner's findings into Maryam Hamka's death reveal a tragic intersection of intimate partner violence and potential gaps in support for individuals with acquired brain injury and mental health challenges. This story explores the systemic failures that contributed to her death and highlights the urgent need for improved safety nets.

3 March 2026Coroner's FindingAI Summarised

acquired brain injurymental health challenges

Source: COR 2023 003537

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