Colin Farrell Seeks Long-Term Care Solution for Son with Angelman Syndrome
A recent interview with Colin Farrell has shed light on his quest to find a long-term care solution for his 21-year-old son, James, who suffers from Angelman syndrome, a complex condition that affects his mobility. According to an article published on RTE.ie, the actor expressed his desire to ensure James has a "full and happy life" where he feels connected to his community.
The Phone Booth star, who recently announced the establishment of The Colin Farrell Foundation to assist people with complex needs, revealed that he wants to "find somewhere we like where he can go now, while we’re still alive and healthy, that we can go and visit, and we can take him out sometimes". In an interview with health charity Candis Magazine, Farrell explained that finding a suitable care solution is a pressing concern for him and his family.
"It’s tricky, some parents will say: ‘I want to take care of my child myself.’ And I respect that," Farrell said, as reported by RTE.ie. "But my horror would be… What if I have a heart attack tomorrow, and, God forbid, James’ mother, Kim, has a car crash and she’s taken too – and then James is on his own? Then he’s a ward of the state and he goes where? We’d have no say in it."
Farrell’s concerns highlight the challenges many parents of children with complex needs face when planning for their child’s future. As RTE.ie reported, the actor wants James to have a "bigger life" than what his family can currently provide, with a sense of community and connection. "He needs a bigger life than we can afford him, by having a sense of community that he feels connected to, by going out in the van every day and going to the supermarket and doing the shopping together, by going to the beach, museums, movies, all that stuff. Just a connected life."
The True Detective star’s commitment to finding a suitable care solution for James is evident in his efforts to establish The Colin Farrell Foundation. As RTE.ie noted, the foundation aims to assist people with complex needs, and Farrell’s work in this area has been widely recognised.
In conclusion, Colin Farrell’s determination to secure a long-term care solution for his son James is a testament to his love and dedication as a parent. As reported by RTE.ie, Farrell’s desire is for James to have a "full and happy life" where he feels connected to his community, and his efforts to make this a reality are a shining example of his commitment to his son’s well-being.
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