Post by Lαrα on Mar 11, 2014 0:31:39 GMT -8
I am certain that for all of us with a Spinal Cord Injury creating independence for ourselves is at the forefront of what most if us want for ourselves.
Loss of independence is high on the list when it comes to depression in Spinal Cord Injury but I am a great believer in that there is always a way around everything. If someone wants to live independently...then it should be facilitated.
So long as you understand and realise potential risks and then make assessment on how to put strategies in place to reduce them.
You need an action plan with smart thinking and products,equipment and support . So where better than here on the forum to put together an action plan. 
Personal safety has to be considered when preparing to live on your own..how can you be safe? For those mobilizing around the home using their chair then other factors need to be considered but also this is the same for walkers too.
I aim to split the areas of safety concerns and potential risks into individual sections and threads...then collate all the info and form an action plan that supports Independent living.
This action plan will offer practical advice/products/services and support...
Please feel free to comment in reply to any risks that you can think of...
