Ian's Story

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“I’ve essentially been institutionalised my entire life with no real freedom or ability to make decisions for myself.”

Ian was meant to serve a 4-year sentence but due to his needs, the prison was unable to release him safely, so he ended up serving 15 years instead. But thanks to his chaplain, he was referred to Langley and currently lives at Chatterton Hey in Bury. Watch as he discusses the freedom he now has under our care.

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