Physical Disability
Caring for someone with a physical disability or illness can often be a very challenging responsibility. An important part of your work is ensuring that the person we care for has the best quality of life possible through enhanced independence and dignity.
Technical aids and appliances, as well as the right modifications to the home and accessible transport are all vital elements in independent living.
Getting around can be one of the most important issues facing those with illnesses or disabilities. The provision of suitable, accessible transport and mobility support can in many instances make the role of the carer more manageable, as it can enable the person they are caring for to maintain some independence and take the responsibility of the number of day-to-day tasks away from you.
The Citizens Information Board has developed a website titled www.assistireland.ie which is an online resource providing information on assistive technologies for people with disabilities, older people and their Carers.
Your local Carers Association Resource Centre, GP, Local Authority (Social Services) or other support organisations (see list below) should be able to help you with some of the care issues you have.
Links
Here's where you'll find links to a wide range of information, support and organisations so you can quickly access more resources to help with your caring role.
