Verity Boak was instructed to take a lead role in the rehabilitation of Joe Claridge following a catastrophic road traffic collision in Belgium, which resulted in bilateral above-knee amputations and severe abdominal complications.

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From an early stage, Verity Boak was responsible for planning and coordinating Joe’s repatriation to Jersey, working alongside Stewarts’ International Injury team to ensure a safe and timely return once he was medically stable. On arrival, Verity arranged and continues to oversee a comprehensive, therapy-led rehabilitation programme, coordinating specialist physiotherapy and occupational therapy delivered by CNS Neuro Rehab, alongside prosthetic input, dietetic support, and wider multidisciplinary input tailored to Joe’s individual needs.

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As part of this process, Verity identified and secured suitable single-storey accommodation in Jersey, with adaptations to promote safety, independence and long-term functionality. She continues to coordinate ongoing therapy provision, prosthetic input, nutritional support and environmental considerations to ensure Joe’s rehabilitation remains responsive as his abilities, goals and circumstances evolve.

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A central focus of Verity’s role has been supporting Joe’s return to work and re-engagement with the hobbies and lifestyle he values most, including cooking and outdoor pursuits such as fishing and kayaking. This reflects a holistic, outcomes-focused approach – supporting Joe not only to recover function but also to return, as far as possible, to the life he would have been living had the injury not occurred.

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