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Charity Partner: Day One Trauma
Day One Trauma is a U.K. based national charity dedicated to supporting people affected by major traumatic injuries. They provide emotional and practical support – including financial and legal advice – for patients and their loved ones, in hospital and beyond.
Traumatic accidents or events can be life-changing and the journey ahead may be daunting. As well as coming to terms with the injuries and any disabilities, patients may also be worried about how their injuries will impact their ability to work, interact with family and their lives more generally.
Day One listens and supports patients, their family and loved ones, so they are not dealing with the aftermath of a traumatic incident alone and are supported to make the best possible recovery.
A note from Managing Partner, Paul Burke:
“Day One’s mission to support patients rebuild their lives following major trauma aligns closely with PBC Biomed’s aim to accelerate medical innovation and enhance patient well-being.
At PBC Biomed, we are dedicated to developing innovative new technologies designed to positively impact patient treatment and wellbeing.
It is a pleasure to partner with the Day One Team and support their dedication to make real, meaningful impact to the lives of those that need it most.
Our longstanding partnership with Day One Trauma Support continues to inspire us at PBC Biomed.”
What kind of support does Day One Trauma provide?
Day One Trauma Support steps in after the clinical team in Major Trauma Centres have treated someone’s physical injuries. The road to recovery after leaving hospital can be long and tough, so Day One provides access to a range of practical and emotional support services to help them recover.
Support from Day One is available for injured people themselves, but also for their loved ones or carers. Examples of the Day One’s services include:
- Listening support and shared experience via volunteer Peer Supporters
- Legal support for a whole range of issues, including injury compensation, employment rights and family matters
- Help to manage finances when a person’s injury makes them unable to work
- Support with benefits and welfare advice
- Help with making lifestyle adjustments where injuries affect people’s ability to participate in everyday family or community life
- Counselling and support with mental ill-health, such as post-traumatic stress disorder
For more information on Day One Trauma and the work that they do, please visit their website here.