Équipement et appareils
L’équipement adapté est essentiel mais coûteux. Les fauteuils roulants, les sièges adaptés, les aides à la communication et l’équipement de bain coûtent des milliers de dollars. Des bibliothèques de prêt gratuites, des programmes provinciaux d’appareils et des subventions existent pour aider — mais la plupart des familles ne les connaissent pas.
National Equipment Lending (Free)
Easter Seals Canada
Wheelchairs, walkers, bath equipment, car seats (varies by province)
easterseals.caSpinal Cord Injury Ontario — Possibilities Project Plus
Used equipment marketplace — donate or find equipment
sciontario.orgProvincial Equipment Lending
| Province | Programme | Détails | Comment y accéder |
|---|---|---|---|
| ON | March of Dimes Equipment Lending | Wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, bath equipment | marchofdimes.ca |
| ON | Kiwanis Assistive Technology Lending Library | Communication devices (AAC), switches, adapted toys | kaill.ca |
| ON | Red Cross Health Equipment Loan Program | Hospital beds, wheelchairs, walkers, commodes | redcross.ca |
| BC | Red Cross BC Equipment Loans | Wheelchairs, walkers, bathroom safety | redcross.ca |
| AB | Red Cross Alberta Equipment Loans | Basic mobility equipment | redcross.ca |
| SK | Saskatchewan Abilities Council | Equipment lending and sales | abilitiescouncil.sk.ca |
| MB | Society for Manitobans with Disabilities | Equipment lending | smd.mb.ca |
| QC | CIUSSS network | Equipment through local health network | Contact local CLSC |
| Atlantic | Red Cross Atlantic | Basic equipment loans | redcross.ca |
Provincial Assistive Device Funding
| Province | Programme | Détails |
|---|---|---|
| ON | Assistive Devices Program (ADP) | Wheelchairs, hearing aids, prosthetics, communication devices, respiratory, orthotics — covers 75% of cost |
| AB | Alberta Aids to Daily Living (AADL) | Wheelchairs, hearing aids, prosthetics, respiratory, orthotics — covers 75% (up to max) |
| BC | BC Assistive Technology Program | Various devices through CYSN or CLBC — coverage varies by program |
| SK | Saskatchewan Aids to Independent Living (SAIL) | Medical equipment and supplies — coverage varies |
| MB | Manitoba Homecare Program | Equipment through homecare — coverage varies |
| QC | RAMQ Assistive Devices | Devices and equipment — coverage varies by device |
Important Tips
- Always check provincial funding FIRST before buying anything.
- Equipment prescriptions from a therapist are usually required for funding.
- Used equipment is often available free through lending libraries.
- Equipment needs change as children grow — lending libraries allow size swaps.
- Keep all receipts — equipment costs are eligible for the Medical Expense Tax Credit.
- The Home Accessibility Tax Credit covers modifications like ramps, lifts, and accessible bathrooms (up to $20,000).
- Vehicle modification funding exists in some provinces for accessible vehicles.
- Service clubs (Rotary, Lions, Kinsmen, Kiwanis) often fund specific equipment purchases on request.
Plus de soutien familial
Soins de répit
Soulagement temporaire pour les aidants principaux. La plupart des provinces financent les soins de répit — la plupart des familles l’ignorent.
Soutien aux frères et sœurs
Les frères et sœurs de personnes handicapées sont souvent les membres les plus négligés de la famille.
Programmes de soutien aux parents
Connectez-vous avec d’autres parents qui comprennent. Réseaux provinciaux, soutien spécifique aux pères et ressources pour les couples.
Camps et loisirs
Camps d’été, sports adaptés et programmes de loisirs tout au long de l’année à travers le Canada.
Planification de l’avenir
Fiducies Henson, testaments, tutelle, lettre d’intention — planifier pour quand les aidants ne pourront plus fournir de soins.
Programmes de compagnonnage
Programmes bénévoles offrant des liens sociaux et de l’amitié aux personnes handicapées.
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