Former Spitfire Pilot's Ordeal Receives National Attention (UK)

devon.editorial@archant.co.uk

19 January 2010

THE CAMPAIGNING daughter of a former spitfire pilot has received support from people across the country in her fight to ensure he continues to receive NHS care funding.

Sally Mejor, of Foxholes Hill, received a letter two weeks ago which said her father, John Mejor, who lives in Linksway Nursing Home, Douglas Avenue, may no longer receive full financial subsidy for his nursing needs.

Mr Mejor, who suffers from a form of dementia, qualified for the NHS' Continuing Care package 18 months ago.

The story, since appearing exclusively in last week's Journal, has been covered in the media nationwide, including on BBC Radio 4, Five Live and West Country Tonight.

Sally's ordeal, as a result, has touched the hearts of scores of people. Her main concern over the threatened withdrawal of funding is his condition of health has not changed in the 18 month period.

After last week's Journal article, East Devon MP Hugo Swire reiterated his vow to ensure Mr Mejor continues to receive funding - making the pledge in the House of Commons.

Mr Swire said: "Dementia is a distressing and serious condition that not only affects the patient but also their family and carers.

"Dementia was to be made a 'national priority' but this has simply not turned out to be the case. A particularly shocking example is that of my constituent Mr Mejor.

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SOURCE:     The Exmouth Journal

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