Mother’s Day Morning Tea recognising and celebrating mums as carers.
Mothers who are also carers were given an opportunity to relax and reflect on the importance of their roles at a special Mother’s Day morning tea held recently in Brisbane. Hosted by Disability Law Queensland and co-sponsored by Leap in! the morning tea was designed to raise awareness of the valuable role of carers as well as celebrate mums as providers of essential unpaid supports. Guest speakers, 2021 Australian of the Year QLD Doctor Dinesh Palipana and lawyer/artist Carol Taylor, shared their incredible stories and the role of carers in their lives. Dinesh, who became a quadriplegic after a horrific car accident, spoke of how his mother’s unshakeable belief in him and encouragement to pursue his dreams contributed greatly to what he has achieved today and how she continues to support him everyday while also being a strong advocate for others. Carol spoke of her determination to have children despite a life changing accident in 2001 that left her a quadriplegic and the importance of the enduring support provided by her husband and family. Carol shared how she started her own successful law and conveyancing firm and spoke about her passion for fashion. She is currently designing a clothing range for, as she
