Show of support for self-sacrificing Hanlon family

THERE was an outpouring of support for Deborah and Mark Hanlon after reading how they’ve cared for their disabled nephew Mitchell in last week’s

It’s a relentless task and unrewarded in so many aspects, with their lives, careers and even any free time, essentially put on permanent hold.

Pauline Hunter was so moved she dropped in a bouquet of flowers.

An elderly couple dropped in an envelope with a letter and some money – despite one partner suffering from lung cancer and the other Non Hodgkin’s Lymphoma.

The couple, who didn’t want to be named, also dropped in this Thumbs Up:

“Thumbs Up to Mr and Mrs Hanlon for the unconditional love and care that you have given to Mitchell for 28 years.

We mere mortals stand in awe of you both and admire your dedication, compassion and perseverance over the years through times of hardship and struggle. We hope that life will be a little easier for you now in Dubbo.”

“Thumbs Up also to all those other people who care and support those with disabilities. You also deserve praise and recognition for your ongoing efforts.”

Deborah and Mark Hanlon were moved by such generosity from people who were themselves facing plenty of battles.

“Please thank that lovely couple for the beautiful letter and the money she said was for a little treat for ourselves, and most appreciated and so very thoughtful of them, especially when they have problems of their own,” Mrs Hanlon said.