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Long Road to Recovery

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I knew I was in for a lengthy recovery. It’s been 6 months. I am still potentially facing a life long disability.

A Look at my Recovery

This is certainly not complete. This is to give you an idea with some information.

Chronic pain from accident

The chronic pain I experience resulting from my accident is ongoing. I can’t lay on either side for any length of time without experiencing pain. This negatively impacts my sleeping.

Restricted Range of Motion in Shoulder

Intensive Physio sessions are still ongoing. I am beginning to wonder just how much range of motion I will regain and when I can start rebuilding my strength.

Post Traumatic Stress Symptoms

Not everyone with Post Traumatic Stress symptoms will be diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. All I know is that I have had these symptoms for 6 months now and it is not getting any better. I am still waiting for a Psychiatric Assessment and Evaluation.

Battle with Workers Compensation and Employer

The stresses of having to fight against workers compensation and my employer are aggravating mentally and emotionally. I have since gained an Advisor but I am looking at hiring a Law Firm. This Law Firm will have greater ability to legally advocate on my behalf and to make sure I can access all of my rights and benefits. Law Firm’s retainer fee is $500 and then after that it is $150/hour.

Fear of Eviction

Workers compensation do not want to acknowledge that the accident may have resulted in Post Traumatic Stress. I was having significant problems. When you are struggling with Post Traumatic Stress symptoms managing your personal life becomes that much more difficult. As a result I was under threat of eviction.

In the process I gained a few donations. I have also just started receiving my wage loss benefits again. As a result my landlord decided they would not issue a 10 day eviction notice. The threat of eviction is not yet over. I still need your help. This eviction notice may have just been delayed. This really depends on if the stresses of my Post Traumatic Stress symptoms, work and life can all be managed.

Please Help

If I can find 50-100 people willing to donate $20 or $40 this will help significantly. This will enable me to focus more on my recovery both physically as well as mentally and emotionally. I do need your help.

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Journey Through Life Changing Trauma

On February 4, 2024 I was involved in a work related accident that was near fatal and life changing. This has presented in challenges that have made it especially difficult during my recovery. I experience Post Traumatic Stress Symptoms, Anxiety, and Depression. All of this has worsened and brought to light a heart condition I have which is LongQT Syndrome. LongQT Syndrome with Anxiety is considered a disability. I will experience significant challenges when it comes to returning to work. Work Safe has not only affirmed my case stating that I was not willfully negligent and that my injuries that are currently compensable or not in question so my employer who appealed Work Safe’s initial ruling was no successful. After a failed attempt at a return to work program my file was transferred to Vocational Rehabilitation and long term benefits. I have been assessed for a Pension but at this point I am not sure how much I will be awarded in that Pension. This assessment will take time.

Injuries from my accident

  • Fractured Larynx
  • 2 Right Rib Fractures (9th & 11th)
  • Pneumothorax (punctured lungs associated with fractured ribs)
  • Lacerated Spleen
  • Hemothorax (collection of blood within the body in association with the lacerated spleen)
  • Transverse Process fractures L1, L2, L4 (These fractures are tiny bones within the spinal column)
  • Comminuted Fracture upper Left Humerus bone (upper arm involving the shoulder joint requiring surgery)
  • Post Traumatic Stress

Journey through Writing

The best way people can support me is by being present. Sometimes I fight thoughts of being alone and all I need is human connection. You can’t put a price on human connection. Instead of being inundated with negative thoughts I would much rather focus on the positive. I would much rather speak to myself words of compassion, mercy, and be present to myself. In the process, through it I will write in my blog and share with you my journey. We could all use a little human connection and find encouragement.

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