Independent Living Solutions - Case Histories - Mental Illness compounded by Spinal Injury
Mental Illness compounded by Spinal Injury.
Highly intelligent – and very sociable, when she’s not acutely ill with her mental health problems – this unfortunate lady suffered a fall from a window. As a result she is paraplegic and confined to a large nursing home, where the majority of clients are severely disabled and have communication problems. Her quality of life was very poor.
What we did:
Recruited a part-time carer/enabler, allowing her to go shopping, visit the hairdresser and participate in a wide range of social activities.
Supported the carer in her work.
Assisted the client with paying bills, writing letters, buying presents etc.
Helped her to buy an adapted vehicle.
Recommended and assisted in purchase of a better wheelchair and a special cushion to improve posture and comfort.
Regularly review her needs, working with other professionals as required.
The result:
The client now leads a more independent and varied life.