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Leigh, My Amazing Son is a revealing biography sharing personal insight into the life of a man born with a severe physical disability. Written by his mother/carer, Charlene shares Leighs journey from his birth to his sudden passing in 2016. Follow Leigh through his many surgical procedures; some ending with unfavorable outcome. His journey through the education system and his battle with epilepsy, scoliosis and on-going pressure sores. If you are living with a disability, are a carer, or simply someone who has compassion for others, you will most certainly feel a strong connection to many of the events described in this moving biography. This book is also dedicated to better patient care. Inadvertently, Leigh played a pivotal role in this quest. As a direct result of his experiences within the hospital system, changes were made to the Consensus Resuscitation Plan and the accompanying information sheet on CPR, used by two major hospitals in Melbourne, Australia.

This is the story of Leighs fight for life.

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"Leigh, My Amazing Son" offers an intimate glimpse into the life of Leigh, a child born in 1982 with profound physical challenges. Crafted by his mother, Charlene, this poignant narrative traces Leighs remarkable journey from birth to his tragic passing in 2016.

This touching story follows Leigh and his family as they navigate a series of daunting surgical procedures, some with challenging outcomes. Leighs life was marked by frequent seizures, persistent health issues, chronic pressure sores, and the relentless progression of scoliosis, all compounded by a profound family tragedy.

The narrative also delves into the familys unwavering determination to secure mainstream education for Leigh during the 1980s and 90s. Their subsequent battle against discrimination while seeking employment serves as a testament to their resilience and unwavering love.

Furthermore, this biography is a tribute to the advancement of patient care. Leighs experiences within the hospital system spurred essential revisions to the Consensus Resuscitation Plan and CPR information sheet, adopted by two prominent Melbourne hospitals in Australia.

"Leigh, My Amazing Son" stands as a profoundly moving biography that will deeply resonate with anyone who has a disability, caregivers, and individuals who embody compassion and empathy.

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