 Just over 10 years ago, David suffered a brain injury and was subsequently confined to a wheelchair. He became very agitated, exhibited extremes of behaviour, which combined with his P.I.C.A., meant he required constant attention and support.
Today, David lives as a shared tenant in Lancashire and has evolved into someone who puts exceptional effort and focus into his brain injury rehabilitation programme.
He benefits from having an individual and personal budget which enables him, with guidance and support, to design and purchase support services which meet his needs and aspirations.
With the support of his Lifeways team, David’s rehabilitation plan focuses on areas which have caused him anxiety and distress in the past including his morning and bed time routines which could take up to three hours at a time (it now takes only 30 -60 minutes), and his mobility and speech. He is focused on resisting the urge to consume any edible substances or drinkable liquids especially when he is out in the local community, and he is committed to work towards becoming calmer, relaxed and more independent. He is also very willing to try and learn new things.
As David’s support worker Christopher comments: “We are all absolutely delighted with David’s progress and the outcomes he has achieved over the past few years. David puts so much effort into working towards greater independence and is now receiving less and less support as he progresses through his rehabilitation and enablement plans. He has exceeded my expectations by 110%. It’s incredible to see how motivated and focused he is on really achieving his goals and aspirations however large or small they may be”.
For all who know David it is clear to see that his life has become richer and fuller. As a regular visitor to Oswald House, a local networking and social group, he is able to mix with people of a similar age and enjoy activities which range from cooking to painting. He enjoys taking long day trips out and along with his housemate who has become a good friend, he thoroughly enjoys social events. He makes frequent visits to Oswaldtwistle Mills and is now working towards becoming an active member of his local community.
David has many goals and aspirations which include:
- Increasing his mobility through physiotherapy activities and specialist input.
- Developing and retaining problem solving processes and understanding and assessing the consequences which follow.
- Improving and expanding his domestic skills to increase his independence further.
Without doubt, David has both the motivation and potential to achieve his goals and make even greater strides with his rehabilitation programme.
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