Jurisdiction
- National
Type of Program
- Charitable Organization Program
Type of Assistive Technology
- Mobility
- Communication
- Other
Eligibility
- Programs where all ages are eligible
- Muscular Dystrophy
- Must have a diagnosed neuromuscular disorder
- Must be a member of Muscular Dystrophy Canada
What Devices are Covered?
- Access equipment, including: door openers, ramp, platform lift, stair lift
- Bathroom aids, including: commode/toileting device, bathing/shower device, other bathroom aids
- Beds and mattresses, including: hospital bed (manual and electric), mattresses
- Lifts, including: hydraulic lifting device and sling, transfer aid, track lift, chair lift
- Communication devices
- Mobility devices, including: power wheelchair, power tilt/recline seating, manual wheelchair, rollator/walker/walking device, scooter
What Services are Available?
- Equipment costing less than $200 will not be eligible for funding
- Equipment repairs, modifications, and batteries
- Short term rentals of equipment
Procedure for Getting Access
- Completion of the application form
- Requires a signed equipment prescription from the appropriate licensed health care professional such as: an occupational therapist, physiotherapist, respiratory therapist, orthotist, physiatrist, registered nurse or podiatrist
- Quotes from 2 different equipment vendors
- Approval or denial letter from insurance company and other funders approached (if applicable)
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