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Adjustable Electric Beds

An adjustable bed refers to a single or king single, electronically operated, bed with position adjustments to the backrest and leg rest area, and adjustable height

Assistance Dogs - for providers only

DVA funds four types of assistance dogs for eligible clients

Assistive communication devices

An assistive communication device as one which assists clients who have complex communication needs

Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs), Tinnitus Devices and Hearing Devices

An assistive listening device (ALD) is a device designed to help improve a person’s ability to hear in specific listening situations

Bidet seat and RPZ valves (backflow prevention devices)

RAP Schedule Number BE01 (Bidet seat) BE12 (Bidet – RPZ Valve) [refer to the RAP Schedule] Definition A bidet seat is installed onto an existing toilet to assist clients to adequately clean themselves

Complex Home Modifications Including Lifts

Partial changes to an existing residence to enable the client meet independence and safety goals

Continence Products

A range of products such as pads, pants, catheters and bed and chair protection to manage urinary and /or faecal incontinence

Desktop Electronic Magnifiers

A system connected to a dedicated monitor for the purpose of magnifying text and other images, to assist people with low vision

Diabetes Products

Diabetic products/equipment are provided to assist clients in the management of their diabetes

Domiciliary Medical Oxygen Therapy

The use of prescribed medical oxygen for the management of medical conditions

Electric Mobility Aids

Electric mobility aids are items such as eclectic scooters, wheelchairs, carer operated power packs or power assisted devices

Electric Recliner Chairs

An electric recliner chair is an electrically operated chair intended for use by persons with a permanent inability to transfer or sit erect

Mattresses (Pressure Care)

Mattresses (pressure care) help the client to safely and independently use their bed by reducing the risk of a pressure injury

Medical Compression Garments

Medical compression garments include items such as compression stockings and gloves and Lymphoedema garments

Non-Invasive Ventilation – Positive Airway Pressure

Devices that can assist where impaired breathing during sleep impacts on daytime functioning

Personal Response Systems

Personal Response Systems allow entitled persons to seek assistance quickly in an emergency

Vehicle Modifications and Driving Assessments

A modification made to a car/van (vehicle) to allow an entitled person (client) with a disability to access, drive, or travel in a vehicle

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