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Mother Fights for Change After Daughter's Tragic Death

6/1/2025

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Victoria Sebastian is determined to prevent future tragedies after her 16-year-old daughter, Elise, lost her life due to inadequate care at the St Aubyn Centre in Essex. An inquest uncovered alarming "poorly administered observations" that played a role in her death. The Essex NHS Trust has acknowledged its failures and issued an apology, while Victoria is set to join the Lampard Inquiry to advocate for change.

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Story summary

Victoria Sebastian is determined to prevent future tragedies after her 16-year-old daughter, Elise, lost her life due to inadequate care at the St Aubyn Centre in Essex. An inquest uncovered alarming "poorly administered observations" that played a role in her death. The Essex NHS Trust has acknowledged its failures and issued an apology, while Victoria is set to join the Lampard Inquiry to advocate for change.