by Kirsty | Jun 3, 2016 | Albinism
As a parent of a child with albinism, it’s been difficult over the years to find real life role models for my son to follow. Role models can be hard to come by when you consider just how rare albinism is. Latest UN figures put the average occurrence of albinism...
by Kirsty | Jun 17, 2015 | Albinism
This last week has been huge here in the Russell Household. We’ve had appointments, health scares and car issues. Not to mention school commitments, sickness and extra-curricular activities to deal with as well. I also started an online copywriting course. And...
by Kirsty | Jun 7, 2015 | Albinism
Welcome to my ongoing series on demystifying albinism. Before you get settled in I recommend you check out my previous posts on the following topics: Demystifying Albinism: The Power of Popular Perception Demystifying Albinism: Seeing Red Demystifying Albinism: Shades...
by Kirsty | Feb 24, 2015 | Albinism, Autism, Special Needs
I’ve wanted to write this post for some time now. Actually, this is going to be the first in a series of posts about the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) as there are so many aspects to it that need to be explained and explored. In this first post...
by Kirsty | Feb 5, 2015 | Albinism, Autism, Special Needs
For Gilbert, 2015 has started off with a bang so far. One week into the school year and we’ve already been advised of two camps that he’ll be able to attend this year – as long as I can convince him to give them a try… He’s not keen on...
