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I look after a 44yr old lady with profound leaning disability.

This discussion was created from comments split from: Hi, I'm Arlene. I'm a Specialist Learning Disability Occupational Therapist..
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Have you seen the report from the OT? It may be that her strength is deteriorating and the OT believes that the risk is increasing. However if she currently uses a hoist and rollator in her home then I assume her current residence should still be fully accessible to her changing needs. Depending on her tenancy agreement - she will have rights as a tenant and therefore it is a different level of support that she requires rather than a new home. You should be able to check this out on the Internet - tenancy rights are the same for everyone.
Can you refer to physio? They may have a different view than OT?
If the ladies family can give you consent then you could use photographic / video evidence of her transfer skills to back up your case.
Good luck and do let us know how you get on. Arlene