Facing life after amputation can be daunting. An amputation life care planner creates a roadmap that addresses an individual’s medical, emotional, and practical needs. At Cardinal LifeCare, our plans outline the medical, rehabilitative, and support services required for the amputee to maintain their quality of life and independence. This expert guidance provides both vital documentation to leverage potential legal claims as well as a gateway for individuals to regain independence and focus on living life to the fullest.
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How An Amputation Life Care Planner Can Support Amputees and Their Families
A life care plan is a detailed document that summarizes immediate and long-term needs, serving as both a practical guide for daily living and a powerful tool for potential legal cases. Components include:
- Lifestyle accommodations outlining: Highlighting the extensive impact an amputation has on the affected individual provides a strong argument for legal proceedings. Each dedicated planner will work closely with the patient, their family, and care teams to draft a personalized plan that covers numerous aspects, including:
- Medical care: This includes ongoing medical treatments, medications, prosthetic care, and equipment.
- Rehabilitation: Physical therapy, occupational therapy, and psychological counseling are often necessary after an amputation.
- Home modification: Each planner will help assess the adaptations to the person’s home that are necessary for accessibility and safety.
- Transportation: Whether it’s adapting a vehicle, exploring public transit options, or identifying alternative transportation services, the planner will observe each client’s needs and local options to create a mobility plan that prioritizes safety and independence.
- Financial planning: Life care planners perform extensive research and analysis to arrive at appropriate monetary figures to finance long-term care options. Care plans provide detailed, accurate projections that can be used as objective, credible evidence for potential legal claims.
- Expert witness testimony: An amputation life care planner often testifies in court to offer an additional expert perspective about the ongoing implications of an amputation on the individual’s life. They will provide well-supported, up-to-date data to justify their cost estimates and methodology and strengthen the plaintiff’s claim.
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At Cardinal LifeCare, our expert life care planners offer comprehensive, evidence-based evaluations to support patients both in legal outcomes and lifestyle planning. Reach out to us today at (724) 487-0519 to discover how our professionals can support your clients and their cases.
