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RC hears oral submissions on SA disability services hearing
30/09/2021
Counsel Assisting gave oral submissions during a one-day hearing concluding Public Hearing 14, which considered two case studies in SA Government-run accommodation. Counsel's written submissions suggest Commissioners make eight adverse findings against the SA Department of Human Services (DHS) and five recommendations. No witnesses were present.
Key hearing themes highlighted in Counsel's submissions include:
Two case studies were considered during the hearing regarding two residents of Department-run group homes. âMitchellâ received a threatening letter ostensibly from a support worker; Daniel had unexplained bruising and evidence of poor grooming and hygiene.