Developmentally Disabled and Alone

Lifecare Innovations met Hal when he was 54 years old.  Hal had lived with his parents until he was well into his forties. When both of his parents passed away, Hal was forced to move out of his parents’ stable, middle-class home for the first time in his life. When Hal was born he had a deformity in his brain that caused seizures and left him in a coma for many weeks as an infant.  Later, as a youth and young adult, Hal suffered from learning problems, socialization problems, and a wide variety of challenges that commonly accompany those with developmental disabilities. Read more…

Insurance Coverage Denied For Cochlear Implant Surgery

A 56-year-old woman came to Lifecare Innovations, Inc. (LCI) for assistance with a difficult insurance issue.  Her insurance company had recently denied her coverage for a much-needed cochlear implant surgery, basing their denial on the false impression that cochlear implants are hearing aids. Read more…

Miles from Home

Frank and Esther had been our clients over 10 years.  They both had multiple medical problems and they utilized LCI to assist in obtaining second opinions, reviewing medical bills, and finding rehabilitation options.  They had always been the perfect clients, seeking advice when issues arose and then following the advice.  We helped them maintain their independence as they managed two cancer diagnoses, kidney failure, sleep apnea and more. Read more…

Stabilizing Chaos with a Life Coach

M. is a 49 year old male.  He is currently residing independently in an apartment in Chicago.  Lifecare Innovations, Inc. (LCI) has been providing Lifecare Management services to M.  since July 2007.  M. has a developmental disability and also appears to have a significant history of depression and anxiety.  Previously, M. managed to live in the community and manage his own affairs.  He was employed as a janitor for over 25 years, was married, drove independently, and ran a household.  His now deceased father provided him with the monitoring and direction he needed to maintain his quality of life.  This “coaching” he received from his father was essential in his ability to be successful in the community.  Read more…