Health Equipment Loan Program

Canadian Red Cross Society, The


Description
Provides short term medical equipment loans.

Service offers:

  • equipment provided for a maximum of three months
  • loans for medical aids such as wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, canes, commodes, raised toilet seats and bath seats
  • in the event of long-term or permanent need, the client may borrow the equipment while making arrangements for other equipment either through Aids to Daily Living or by purchase
Eligibility
Yes, Service targeted to individuals with written referrals.
Application Process
Service Access: Professional Referral Required, Referral from one of the health care professionals listed below:
  • Doctor
  • Chiropractor
  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Nurse
  • Occupational Therapist
  • Physical Therapist
  • Respiratory Therapist

Referral Process: Yes,

A written referral is required from rehabilitation specialists. 




Waiting Period: Yes,

Items will be provided based on availability


Telephone
780-342-8588
Fax
780-342-8750
Web Site
http://www.redcross.ca/where-we-work/in-canada/alberta/alberta-specific-programs/health-equipment-loan-program
Languages
English
Fees
Fee: No


Fee Reduction: No


Membership Fee: No


Documents Required

A written referral is required from rehabilitation specialists. 

Accessibility
Wheelchair access: Yes - Entrance
Other disabled access: Yes - Washrooms
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Agency Information
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Last Verified On
July 6, 2023
Address
11111 Jasper Avenue
Edmonton, AB, T5K 0L4

This Covenant Health facility provides a range of healthcare services.


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Hours of Operation
Mon
08:30 AM to 04:30 PM
Tue
08:30 AM to 04:30 PM
Wed
08:30 AM to 04:30 PM
Thu
08:30 AM to 04:30 PM
Fri
08:30 AM to 04:30 PM

Closed from 12 - 1 PM for lunch.