CASE STUDIES

GOVIND’S STORY

Registered Charity Number 1141758

4th Floor, Congress House, 14 Lyon Road, Harrow, HA1 2EN
Govind’s Story
Govind is 62 years old and lives at
home with his wife and children. He
was diagnosed with Cardiomyopathy
after a viral infection attacked his
heart, which now functions at 25%
capacity. He has medication which
stabilises the heart. Govind has an
electric indoor/outdoor wheelchair and
has been advised not to push down
on crutches or use a self-propelling
wheelchair, as it results in pressure
through his chest.
Unfortunately the current layout in
his home is not wheelchair friendly,
making it difficult for him to access
the toilet and bathroom as well as
the kitchen. He cannot get through
the front and back doors and needs
help to go out. He now spends more
time indoors and misses out on family
activities.
Govind’s Occupational Therapist
contacted us to explain that he was
eligible for a Disabled Facilities Grant,
but couldn’t afford the personal
contribution he needed to make
towards the work.
Our £500 grant went towards the
home adaptations Govind desperately
needed. He can now use the adapted
toilet, bathroom and kitchen. He can
pop out to local shops in his electric
wheelchair and access his Motability
car to go out in the wider community.
This has had a significant impact
on his well-being and increased his
independence in daily living.

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