Jurisdiction
- British Columbia
- Manitoba
- Alberta
Type of Program
- Charitable Organization Program
Type of Assistive Technology
- Other
Eligibility
- Programs where all ages are eligible
- Refugees
- Muscular Dystrophy, Spinal Cord Injury
- Serves the Chapters of South Okanagan, Greater Vancouver, Central Alberta, and Southern Manitoba
- Must be a registered client of Muscular Dystrophy Canada
- Be member of a Muscular Dystrophy Canada Chapter
- Must have a confirmed diagnosis of neuromuscular disorder under the Muscular Dystrophy umbrella, signed by a physician or a health professional
- Canadian citizen, landed immigrant, or refugee resident in Canada
What Devices are Covered?
- Life line services
- Adaptive technologies
- Environmental control units
What Services are Available?
- Equipment repair and batteries
- Service fee for vendor to assess equipment installation and/or inspection of equipment
Procedure for Getting Access
- Completion of application form
- Prescription/letter from a professional including physician, occupational therapist, or physiotherapist outlining medical necessity
- Approval or denial letter from insurance company (if applicable) is needed
- Quotes from 2 different equipment vendors for the requested item
Url to Program Website