WHAT SUPPORT SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE TO DISABLED PEOPLE?
Disabled transport accident victims require support services to compensate for their inability to perform everyday tasks. Other forms of assistance are necessary to facilitate independent living and to avoid institutionalisation whenever possible. Even people who do not suffer permanent disabilities may require assistance in the short term either for themselves or their families. Household Services Where the disabled person performed substantial household services before the accident replacement services are provided to the extent necessary for the maintenance and preservation of the household. The emphasis is on meeting the needs of the family in the period immediately following the accident After the first four weeks, account is taken of the family’s financial resources. Wherever possible household services are provided through existing agencies, although sometimes the Corporation may have to provide them directly. Attendant Care A person disabled in a transport accident, whether tem
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