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Whilst all care is taken to provide accurate information with respect to the item described, the Independent Living Centre (ILC) is not involved in product design or manufacture, and therefore not in a position to guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. Selection of equipment, which is both suitable and appropriate for individual needs remains the responsibility of the person(s) considering requisition, and no responsibility is taken by the ILC for any loss or injury caused through use of the equipment or alleged to have arisen through reliance upon information provided. As information is subject to change any enquiries should be directed to the manufacturer.
Item Details
Aids & Equipment Equipment Provision
ILC Reference NO 91:96:001
Item sourced from ILC ACT database
Short Description
PADP and RAPS are two government sponsored schemes which provide equipment free of charge to eligible people.
Price Guide
Refer to supplier details for pricing.
More Details
PADP (Program of Appliances for People with Disabilities)
Provides equipment to assist people with a disability to live at home
Eligibility:
. Person must be a recipient of a Social Security Card
. Disability must be of a permanent or long term nature
. Must not be compensible
. Children under 16 will be assessed on parent's income
. A clinical assessment is required for some items
Type of Items Provided:
. Bathroom Aids
. Incontinence Aids
. Mammary Prosthesis
. Nebulisers
. Orthopaedic Shoes
. Oxygen Concentrators
. Tens Machines
. Walking Aids
. Wheelchairs
RAPS:
The Department of Veteran Affairs operates a Rehabilitation Appliance Programme (RAPS) which provides equipment free of charge and home modifications to eligible veterans or war widows.
In general, DVA requires assessments for specific equipment or home modifications to be carried out by the preferred health professional.
Client should initially discuss needs with the GP who can refer the client to an occupational therapist directly or through DVA. The OT will assess the clinical needs and make recommendations (if appropriate) to DVA
Supplier Information - click to supplier for contacts details
DEPT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS - REHABILITATION APPLIANCE PROGRAM,
SYDNEY, NSW
PADP - CENTRAL SYDNEY,
BALMAIN, NSW
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