Jurisdiction
- British Columbia
Type of Program
- Government Program
Type of Assistive Technology
- Mobility
- Other
Eligibility
* age ranges tend to vary depending on program
- Adults (18 to 64)*
- Devices for medically essential needs are available to clients who are eligible for general health supplements
- Specific criteria for each type of equipment and device are outlined (details on program's webpage)
- For direct and imminent life-threatening health needs, applicant must meet eligibility criteria for Life-Threatening Health Needs before being assessed eligibility for medical equipment and devices
What Devices are Covered?
- Canes
- Crutches
- Walkers
- Manual and power wheelchairs
- Wheelchair seating systems
- Scooters
- Toileting, transfers, and positioning aids
- Hospital beds and related items
- Pressure relief mattresses
- Floor or ceiling lift devices
What Services are Available?
- May consider repairing or replacing device due to damages, being worn out, or not functioning (specific criteria apply)
- Repair costs are not to be provided for equipment that is under warranty
- Assessment (e.g. fitting and trial equipment), delivery, set up, training, servicing (e.g. with wheelchairs), maintenance, and other services are provided depending on equipment
Procedure for Getting Access
- Item must be prescribed by a medical practitioner or a nurse practitioner, and/or medical need must be confirmed by the assessment of relevant therapist (occupational, physical therapist)
- Request must be pre-approved by the ministry prior to purchase, except in cases of a life-threatening emergency
- The ministry requires that all other available resources must first be considered before funding any requests
Url to Program Website