Anglesey man's autism helped by mountain hikes
His family understand routine is key and, as brother-in-law Simon said:"When you upset the routine, that just throws his whole world into chaos."
A two-year battle followed before Nicky died in 2009 - and once again Spencer's care was thrust into the forefront of the family's mind. "I had scepticism about the commitment required of a young women to commit her life to helping her brother," said Dave McDonald, who was in charge of assessing Spencer's care for the North Wales Health Trust.Charlotte, like mum, knows what makes Spencer tick and what makes him happy - basically, walking.It's Snowdon one day, Y Garn the next, for brothers Mikey and Spencer
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