Judith’s Story

Judith’s Story The Trust is named for Judith Lawrence, sister of the current Chair, Annette Lawson and current Honorary Treasurer, Peter Lawrence. The Judith Trust was founded in 1997 by Judith’s family and set up to ensure the concerns of the Trustees would...

Gregory’s Story

Gregory’s Story “My name is Gregory. I live in London and I get support from Norwood. I go to a group called the Jewish Way of Life where I learn lots of different things. I also like going to the Jewish Care Michael Sobel Centre in Golders Green. My Shul is really...

Saul’s Story

Saul’s Story Saul’s Bar Mitzvah – By Saul’s mother, Susan Saul is 18 and loves music. Saul has a rare condition which means he has multiple needs, including learning disabilities, difficulties communicating and health problems. Watch Saul’s story below: Here is...

Tanya’s Story

Tanya’s Story Tanya’s Bat Mitzvah – Tanya and her father talking about her Bat Mitzvah Tanya I had a Bat Mitzvah when I was 22 year old. It was fun. My family and friends were there and we had 2 parties. I had been thinking about having a bat mitzvah for a long time....

Jane’s Story

Jane’s Story Jane (not her real name) has learning disabilities and mental health problems.  She lives in London.  She told us her experiences of travelling on buses. “One day on the bus I was just sitting looking out of the window, when I heard rowing and...