| CONDITIONS
TO AVOID |
POTENTIAL
COMPLICATIONS |
HELPFULMEASURES |
| Condensation
and damp inadequate heating. |
Chest
and respiratory infections. Increased painful
episodes and swollen joints. |
Well
insulated, damp proofed housing with good ventilation
and thermostatically controlled heating throughout the
house. |
| Accommodation
above 2nd floor. |
Severe
pain, overexertion and shortness of breath. Access
difficulties during a crisis. Mobility
difficulties due to done complications. |
Accommodation
no higher than 2nd floor. Lift facility and stairs
without a steep incline |
| Inaccessible
accommodation. |
Painful
episodes are unpredictable. Complications can be
fatal. |
Accommodation
near to carer/family. A telephone or other
communication links are vital and suitable vehicle
access for a car or ambulance. |
| Toilet
with difficult access. |
Impaired
renal function with frequent urination and incontinence. |
Bathroom/toilet
with easy access. Accommodation with upstairs and
downstairs toilets. |
| Inadequate
drying facilities. No safe play area/garden. |
Bedwetting
in children. Stress. |
Drying
facilities and access to garden/safe area, away from
overcrowding, harassment and vandalism. |
| Poor
access to local. amenities |
Increased
discomfort and pain Restricted mobility. |
Access
to local amenities and Emergency Services. |
