There has been much talk during the Government press conferences of the
precautions being taken in the elderly residential homes and satellite
services. The Disability Society has been assured that the same strict
precautions are being taken at the Dr Giraldi Home and with the services
being provided in the homes of our members. We would like to take this
opportunity to thank Carlos Banderas, Majella McMullan, Care Agency
staff and all the carers for their hard work during this difficult time.
The Gibraltar Disability Society has donated £1000 to the GHA Covid-19
Fund. On behalf of the Committee and our members we wish to thank the
GHA not only for all the work they do every day but particularly so
during this difficult time.
The Disability Society has today met with the head of the Gibraltar Taxi
Association and have been assured that there is no new policy regarding
independent wheelchair users requiring carers to travel in adapted
taxis. We understand that this matter was raised on social media and we
are happy to clarify the situation.
Janet Deborah BORASTERO Chairperson of the Gibraltar Disability Society also receives an MBE for services to the disabled community in Gibraltar Debbie Borastero is recognised for an exceptional and sustained contribution to disabled people in Gibraltar through her 21 years of voluntary involvement with the Gibraltar Disability Society. As a leader, advocate and practitioner, Ms Borastero has transformed the scope, proficiency and compassion with which Gibraltar thinks, respects and acts regarding disability. She has championed the advance of law, shaped Health Authority policy and opened the door to dignity and hope for some of the most disenfranchised members of Gibraltarian society. Due to Ms Borastero’s significant efforts over many years, a generation of Gibraltarians have been increasingly freed from being defined by their disability. On learning of her award, Debbie Borastero said “I am very honoured to receive such recognition from Her Majesty. I must thank the Committee of the Gibraltar Disability Society, our members and their families and especially my children for their support. It must never be forgotten that everyone deserves to be treated with respect, dignity and equality regardless of their ability.”