# **Respect Me — Autism in a Care Home Song** **[Verse 1]** I might need quiet when the room gets loud, I might step away from the busy crowd. I may need more time to understand, So speak to me gently, give me a hand. Don’t talk around me like I’m not there, Ask what I need, show that you care. My choices matter, my voice is strong, Respect is where good care belongs. **[Pre-Chorus]** Don’t rush me, don’t shame me, Don’t decide everything for me. Listen first and you might see The best way you can support me. **[Chorus]** 🎵 **Respect me, listen to me, Let me be who I need to be. Give me space, give me choice, Hear my words and hear my voice. Different doesn’t mean I’m wrong, I deserve respect all day long. In this home, this should be true— Respect my autism, respect me too.** 🎵 **[Verse 2]** Maybe routines help me feel secure, Tell me what’s changing so I can prepare. Knock on my door before coming inside, My room is my space, let me decide. Bright lights, loud sounds, too many things, You may not know what discomfort brings. If I’m overwhelmed, don’t call me rude, Help me find somewhere calm and subdued. **[Pre-Chorus]** Explain things clearly, give me time, Patience can make everything feel fine. You don’t have to understand every part, Just treat me with dignity from the heart. **[Chorus]** 🎵 **Respect me, listen to me, Let me be who I need to be. Give me space, give me choice, Hear my words and hear my voice. Different doesn’t mean I’m wrong, I deserve respect all day long. In this home, this should be true— Respect my autism, respect me too.** 🎵 **[Bridge]** I’m an adult, I’m a person, Not a problem to control. I’ve got feelings, likes and boundaries, Dreams and wishes of my own. Ask before you touch me, Tell me what you’re going to do. Good care isn’t only helping— It’s respecting me all the way through. **[Final Chorus]** 🎵 **Respect me, listen to me, See the person standing here in me. Give me patience, give me choice, Never silence my own voice. Different minds still all belong, And dignity makes everyone strong. Make this care home safe and true— Respect my autism, respect me too.** 🎵 **[Outro]** My home. My space. My choices. My voice. My autism is part of me— And **respect should never be optional.** 🧩🏡💜
