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Case study 5.

Mr L was overweight, living with his elderly mother and had challenging financial issues.

He was in a downward spiral of financial pressures, having to care for his mother and depression affecting his weight.

What was put in place to help:

The Care Navigator identified the nub of the problem was to firstly help deal with the financial issues. They helped him to secure a claim for PIP as well as recoup long distance travel expenses to/from the hospital.

They approached the Housing Association to assist with selected repairs to the property, and also put them on a waiting list for Occupational Therapy support.

How things are working now:

The financial support enabled him to address the most pressing issues and has led to them both living in a safer home environment. It has also boosted his self esteem and he has since been working regularly with a Health Trainer to try and manage his weight and health.