This a list of organizations that may be able to fund equipment purchases for adults who are not on an extended medical plan or have expenses that are not covered by their plan. Many, but not all, of these are income-tested. Each one has specific eligibility criteria. You will need to contact each program to find out whether you qualify. Most, if not all, will require a prescription from a medical professional, usually an Occupational Therapist.
Those who are on PWD should apply there first. Your Occupational Therapist will assist you with this.
You can also try applying to local service clubs, such as the Lions or Rotary. Call us for more information about clubs in your area or use the links to search for one close to you.
BC Rehab Foundation
4255 Laurel Street
Vancouver BC V5Z 2G9
Ph: 604 737-6383
www.bcrehab.com
Allocates money to organizations serving people with disabilities or to people with disabilities themselves for individual equipment purchase. Application forms are available on the website. Community projects may also be funded.Â
Cerebral Palsy Association of BC
330 – 409 Granville St.
Vancouver, BC V6C 1T2
Ph: 604 408-9484
Toll Free: 1 800 663-0004
https://www.bccerebralpalsy.com/programs/equipment-funding-program/
Provides limited funding for children and adults with cerebral palsy in BC.
Crime Victim Assistance
PO Box 5550 Stn. Terminal
Vancouver, BC V6B 1H1
Ph: 604 660-3888
Toll Free: 1 866 660-3888
www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/justice/criminal-justice/bcs-criminal-justice-system/if-you-are-a-victim-of-a-crime
May fund equipment and other resources for disability caused directly by crime, including for witnesses.
Dayforce Cares
https://www.dayforcecares.com/ca
Assists with equipment needs, household goods, clothing, and recreation activities.
Keith Howell Mobility Trust
https://www.iamministries.com/keith-howell-mobility-trust
Funds hand controls, spinner knobs, and related adapted driving equipment (does not fund vehicle lifts). Applicants must have a letter of support from their church in order to qualify.Â
Kinsman Foundation of BC and Yukon
http://www.kinsmenfoundationofbc.ca/
Provides funding for assistive devices for adults with physical disabilities and funds a number of other programs, including those for Cystic Fibrosis. Does not fund vehicle conversions.
MS Canada
https://mscanada.ca/quality-of-life-equipment-program
Operates an income-tested equipment purchasing program for people with MS.
Muscular Dystrophy Canada
https://muscle.ca/services-support/personal-support-program/equipment-program/
Equipment loan program and some financial assistance for purchasing equipment.
Veterans Affairs Canada
http://www.veterans.gc.ca/eng/
Equipment and other benefits for veterans and their families.
War Amps of Canada
www.waramps.ca
A useful resource for those who have lost limbs, including financial assistance.
Lions Clubs BC
https://directory.lionsclubs.org/?language=EN
Find your nearest Lions Club in BCÂ Â
Rotary Clubs BC
https://www.rotary.org/en/search/club-finder
Find your nearest Rotary Club in BC.
Red Cross Equipment Loan Program
http://www.redcross.ca/in-your-community/british-columbia-and-yukon/health-equipment-loans
Find information and contacts for the equipment loan program in BC. Includes short term loans; longer term loans may be available under certain circumstances.
