After the assessment interview, you will need to make a plan.
The plan might include:
- Selecting a new walking aid with the person
- Making a referral to other services
- Deciding with the person if the current walking aid meets their needs and if any adjustments or repairs are needed
- Deciding with the person what training is needed to use the walking aid safely
- Making a follow up appointment.
Remember that selecting a walking aid should always be done with the person.
In the next topic, you will have a chance to practise using the assessment information to select the best walking aid.
When to make a referral
If you think the person needs to see another service provider, you should always make a referral.
Question
When do you think you might need to make a referral?
- When a person needs rehabilitation
- When a person has a new health problem
- When a person has an open wound that is not being treated
- When a person might be at risk of a foot wound
- When a person might need another assistive product that you cannot provide.
There are many reasons – you may think of some different ones.