Meet Daisy

Daisy is a fun-loving young lady with complex health needs, but she does not let that get in her way of having fun. After 11 years of searching for a housing solution that met her needs, Daisy finally moved into a bungalow in a village near Leeds last year. Her family helped to makeover the garden so it was a great space for her. “I love the new bungalow. It has a lovely garden where I’ll be able to party!” says Daisy.

Daisy’s family members live and work in the village. Her aunt and uncle live across the road from her bungalow, and her grandparents and brother are very close by. So it was important that her first independent home was where she knows many of the locals.

Having a garden at her house is ideal for Daisy and her dog Bell. Her grandparents also have a dog, called Fly, who can come to visit. The open-plan design of the bungalow means Daisy can move easily in her wheelchair through her kitchen and lounge to her back doors, which then open out onto the patio in the garden.

“The garden is great for me to move around in my self-propelling standing frame; it’s known as the Rabbit! There’s also a play park nearby too where I enjoy some time with my nieces.”

Daisy is a sociable, outgoing person with lots of friends. She attends a local drama group in Wetherby. She also goes to an arts and crafts centre close by, where she takes part in musical activities. “I love doing this and meeting up with my friends,” she says.

Daisy also goes horse riding and visits the cinema and theatre whenever she can. One of her favourite performers is violinst Andre Rieu. She also regularly visits Fountains Abbey which is her favourite place for special days out.

Shielding during the pandemic has been challenging.  “Thank goodness for my iPad,” says Daisy. “It’s how I survived lockdown!”