Wheelchair & Mobility Assessments
Walker Assessments
What to expect:
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Initial interview to determine appropriate service and equipment needs
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Physical and functional mobility assessment
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Walker trial, if required
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Completion and submission of Assistive Devices Program (ADP) application to your chosen vendor (if eligible)
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One in-person visit
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Location: Your home or a vendor location
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Power Chair Assessments
What to expect:
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Initial interview to determine appropriate service and equipment needs
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Comprehensive physical, cognitive, and functional assessment
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Completion and submission of Assistive Devices Program (ADP) application to your chosen vendor (if eligible)
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Power Mobility Indoor Driving Assessment (PIDA)
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Follow-up visit after equipment delivery to ensure optimal fit and function
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Typically requires 3 visits
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Location: Your home or hospital
Manual Wheelchair and Scooter Assessments
What to expect:
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Initial interview to determine appropriate service and equipment needs
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Comprehensive physical, cognitive, and functional assessment
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Equipment trials, if required
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Completion and submission of Assistive Devices Program (ADP) application to your chosen vendor (if eligible)
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Follow-up visit after equipment delivery to ensure optimal fit and function
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Typically requires 2 visits; additional visits may be required and are billed accordingly
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Location: Your home or hospital
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Please note: For ADP eligibility, power devices must be required for use within the home. Scooters used for community mobility only are not eligible for funding.
Seating and Positioning
What to expect:
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Initial interview to determine appropriate service and equipment needs
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Assessment of your current wheelchair and seating setup
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Comprehensive physical, cognitive, and functional assessment
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Seating equipment trials, if required
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Completion and submission of Assistive Devices Program (ADP) application to your chosen vendor (if eligible)
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Typically requires 2 visits; additional visits may be required and are billed accordingly
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Location: Your home