Muscular Dystrophy Canada’s Equipment Program provides encouragement to individuals affected by neuromuscular disorders. Next to finding cures, the highest priority for individuals affected is the need for essential equipment. MDC’s longstanding equipment program has assisted thousands of individuals to obtain the equipment needed to enhance their quality of life. By working with other funders and the government, we share resources to best leverage donor dollars to cover the costs of assistive devices, equipment and accessible technology.
This program is offered under protest as we believe that it is the responsibility of the government to meet the legitimate equipment needs of Canadians with neuromuscular disorders in order to enable their independence and full participation in the community. It is Muscular Dystrophy Canada’s long-term goal to move away entirely from equipment funding. To achieve this goal, Muscular Dystrophy Canada will advocate and take action so that changes are made by the governments. This program is offered as an interim measure until that goal is achieved.
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You must be a registered client of Muscular Dystrophy Canada in order to qualify for financial support programs. Please take the time to Register as a Client as a first step to receiving services.- Maximum per item: Please contact your service specialist for information on your provincial cap
- Equipment costing less than $200 will not be eligible for funding
- You must be a registered client of Muscular Dystrophy Canada
- Muscular Dystrophy Canada will not issue reimbursements. Be sure to complete the application process and receive approval from our office, prior to purchasing the item.
- A completed application form
- Quotes from 2 different equipment vendors
- A signed equipment prescription from the appropriate licensed health care professional such as: an occupational therapist, physiotherapist, respiratory therapist, orthotist, physiatrist, registered nurse or podiatrist
Please note this is not an exhaustive list. If you are wondering about a specific item, please contact your Service Specialist directly
Access Equipment
- Door opener
- Ramp
- Platform lift
- Stair lift
Assistive Technology
- iPad or tablet for environment control
- Apple watch or other smart wearables for fall detection, medical alert
- Laptop tray or arm laptop vehicle
- Apps or programs
- Specialized joystick, remote control, gaming controller
- Communication devices
- Environment control devices
- Robotic arm, eating device, arm support
- Smart speakers and displays
- Smart door locks
- Smart lightning
- Smart sensors
- Smart plugs and outlets
- Smart thermostats
- Smart media streaming devices
- Smart window blinds
- Smart cameras and door bells
- Smart medication dispensers
Bathroom Aids
- Commode/Toileting device
- Bathing/Shower device
- Other bathroom aids
Beds and Mattresses
- Hospital bed – manual and electric
- Specialized Mattress
- Mattress topper
- T-foam mattress and alternative pressure mattress (eligible for replacement funding after 1 year)
Breathing Aids
- Ventilator
- Cough Assist
- CPAP/BiPAP machines
- Pulse oximeter
- Measuring devices
Lifts
- Hydraulic lifting device and sling
- Transfer aid
- Sling for patient lifting
- Track lift system
- Chair Lift
Miscellaneous
- Repairs and modifications
- Batteries
- Communication devices
- Short term rentals
Mobility Aids
- Power Wheelchair
- Power tilt/recline seating
- Manual Wheelchair
- Rollator/Walker/Walking device
- Scooter