A South Australian woman dies from long-term abuse and neglect: A DISABILITY COMMUNITY RESPONSE

This report acknowledges the life of Ann Marie Smith and the profound impact of the neglect leading up to her death, has had upon the community. This survey is dedicated to Ann Marie Smith and to all the people who contributed their insights in the hope for better treatment of people with disabilities.
This investigation began as a survey post on social media, with the intent of capturing the response of the community (in real time) of the news of the death of South Australian woman Ann Marie Smith. As described in the media post, the information gathered was to be used to give voice to the community on the various platforms of advocacy on which the author participates.