Many people enjoy planning for the future - whether that’s short-term goals like going on a family holiday, or long-term ones like buying a home, or planning for retirement. But nobody can plan for a serious injury, and watching the dreams you envisaged suddenly become a distant memory.
Over the next few weeks, we’ll share inspirational client stories, expert advice from our serious injury specialists and ways you can move forward and reclaim your independence. We’ll also speak to charities that help people with newly-acquired injuries and long-term disabilities deal with the impact of a serious injury.
You can become seriously injured by many things, from road traffic collisions to a workplace injury, or during activities such as cycling and skiing. The impact can be wide-ranging - some cause short-term issues that you can resolve easily, but others can be catastrophic and cause long-term disabilities.
Every client we meet has a different story, a unique path to recovery and their own challenges. The impact of a serious injury will differ from person to person, but one constant is the need for access to the best possible help and support.
We pride ourselves on being there for people when the unexpected happens. We give our clients access to the best possible rehabilitation, medical care and support, as well as finding the answers they’re searching for.
We’re here to support people like Aaron, who at just 17 years-old was hit by a van while riding his bike, suffering a catastrophic brain injury. Aaron’s progress in his recovery is incredible to see. Like all our clients, Aaron can only dream of brighter days ahead if they successfully navigate the ups and downs that come after a serious injury.
Our 10 Areas of Focus
However you or your loved one was injured and whatever stage they’re at in their recovery, we’re going to focus on subjects that they can relate to.
Over the next 10 weeks, we’ll focus on:
The first few days and weeks of a serious injury can be a daunting and worrying time. Find out the things you can do to try and alleviate some of your concerns and the organisations that are there to help.
Everyone needs a lawyer at some point in their life. Learn about some of the landmark cases we’ve been involved in that have shaped the legal rights of seriously injured people. Get the answers to questions you might have during your legal journey, and find out how we can support you in your future.
A catastrophic serious injury can leave you with feelings of loss and grief for the life you used to have. There’s also a lot of change that you and your family need to adjust to and come to terms with. Read accounts from some of our clients who’ve experienced a serious injury to understand how they’ve learnt to cope, and even thrive.
Rehabilitation
Early rehabilitation can make a real difference to the recovery you can make following a serious injury. It can also help you learn to live with the long-term effects and help you adjust to your new way of life. Learn about different rehabilitation techniques that can make a difference to you, and learn from experts in this field about the benefits of specialist therapies.
Adapted Living
Although your early days after a serious injury will likely be in hospital, you might realise that your house isn’t suitable anymore once you go home. We’ve worked with many clients to help them adapt their current property or even purchase a purpose-built one suitable for their needs. Find out about technology that can help you be independent at home, and changes you can make to enhance your home life.
Mental Health
The impact of a life-changing serious injury isn’t just physical - your mental health and wellbeing can suffer or change too. Learn about how charities we’ve joined forces with can help you, and read stories of our clients’ journeys and challenges with mental health.
Sport and Exercise
Many of our seriously injured clients have found sport and exercise are great not only for their physical health, but also for their recovery and wellbeing. Find out how you can try sport and exercise safely for the first time, and how some of our clients have become professional para-athletes.
Education and Employment
If a child experiences a serious injury, it can have a detrimental impact on their education. Injuries can mean missed school time due to recovery, and needing adaptations for day-to-day life. For adults, serious injuries can also affect your current employment or future career prospects. We’ll share expert advice on your employment rights and also how you or your child can get their education or career back on track.
Relationships
Relationships with your family, partner and friends can all change following an injury. We’ll help you look at ways those relationships grow stronger, rather than suffer as a result.
The Legacy of Lockdown
The past year has affected everyone in different ways. We’ll explore the legacy of lockdown and the pandemic, and look at ways virtual medical care can become a lasting benefit of social distancing measures. Being isolated has also made people wary of integrating back in to their communities. We’ll look at ways you can emerge from the national restrictions in a positive way.
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Over the next couple of months we’ll share articles, videos, podcasts, virtual events and so much more to reflect on the life-changing impact of a serious injury. You can find all of this content on our social media channels - so follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram to stay up to date.
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