Applicant Medical History Form

 

 

 

This form is to be completed by your physician and sent together with your other application materials to Canine Co-Pilots.

 

Dr.______________________________________,

 

Please release the requested information regarding my condition to the above identified organization.  This information will help determine my abilities in regards to the placement of an assistance dog. Additionally, I give authorization to Canine Co-Pilots’ staff to speak directly with my doctor.

 

Applicant’s Name (Print):___________________________________________

 

Applicant’s Signature:___________________________________Date:_______

 

 

 

Doctor’s Name:_____________________________________________________________

 

Type of Practice:____________________________________________________________

 

Address:__________________________________________________________________

 

City:___________________ County:__________________ State:_______ Zip:__________

 

Phone:______________________________  Fax:____________________________

 

Patient Information:

 

What is this patient’s primary disability?_________________________________________

 

What was the cause of the disability?____________________________________________

 

Are there significant secondary disabilities?                    Yes                  No

            If yes, please describe:__________________________________________________

 

At what age was (s)he disabled?____________           Is this disability progressive?     Yes      No

 

Is there an incapacity due to or affected by alcoholism or drug abuse?    Yes                  No

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Circle all that apply:

 

What are the effects of the patient’s disability?

 

            Hearing loss         Speech impairment       Reduced Stamina       Coordination Problems

            Memory loss       Spasticity          Slowed development    Vision impairment

            Muscular Weakness                 Other:____________________________________

 

Does patient have any problems with...

 

            Allergies           Chronic pain        Heightened emotions  Depression        Balance

            Seizures            Skin sensitivity  Brittle bones        Heat/cold sensitivity

 

Does patient use an aid or assistive device?

 

            Prosthesis             Leg brace                Power Wheelchair                     Manual Wheelchair

            Wrist brace         Hearing Aid               Crutch/Cane          Walker    Other:_____________

 

Current number of hours of attendant care per week:__________________________________

 

Does patient...

            Drive          Ride buses      Fly         Driven by others           Travel distances on foot/wheels

 

ADL= Activities of Daily Living

 

Is this patient:                                                                                        Please Circle Below

 

A.  Able to exercise judgment and make decisions                             

            necessary for ADL?                                                                YES    Minimally   NO

 

B. Able to sustain an attention span?                                                   YES    Minimally   NO

 

C.  Manifesting inappropriate behavior beyond

            his/her control?                                                           YES   Minimally   NO

 

D.  Able to control physical and motor movement

            sufficient to sustain ADL?                                                        YES   Minimally   NO

 

E.  Capable of perception and memory to the degree

            necessary to sustain ADL?                                                      YES   Minimally   NO

 

F.  Able to follow directions and learn to the degree

            necessary to sustain ADL?                                                      YES   Minimally   NO

 

 

G.  Under medication which impairs physical or

            mental functioning?                                                                  YES   Minimally   NO

 

H.  Capable of decisions concerning self and others

            needs and safety?                                                                   YES   Minimally   NO

 

 

Can you recommend this individual for an assistance dog?            YES                  NO

 

 

 

 

Do you feel the assistance dog program might benefit from

 a consultation with you?                                                                    YES                       NO

 

Comments:_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

 

Physician Signature:__________________________________________ Date:______________

 

 

Canine Co-Pilots

8539 E. Musket Trail

Flagstaff, AZ  86004