Recovery and return to work stories

Supporting people to return to work and life

The intent of the Return to Work Act 2014 is to help injured workers recover from their injuries and return to safe and sustainable employment.

ReturnToWorkSA believes all injured workers, including those with a serious injury, should be provided with the same opportunities to access employment in the open labour market and experience the health benefits of work. Being employed positively impacts quality of life by providing a sense of purpose and deeper connection with the community.

ReturnToWorkSA and our claims managers are committed to guiding and supporting injured workers to re-engage with the community, including making a return to work where possible.

Lucinda's story

Lucinda shares how returning to work and the community after sustaining a serious injury in 2015 has given her something to look forward to. Lucinda shares her recovery and return to work story.

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Andrew's story

Returning to work over a decade after sustaining a serious back injury gave Andrew “things that money can’t buy”. Andrew shares his recovery and return to work story in the video below.

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Emery's story

Emery was seriously injured at work on his farm in 2017. Emery and his wife Loretta share his recovery and return to work journey in the video below.

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