Assistive Devices

This website provides insulin delivery products as well as information on various forms of diabetes. The medical products that are advertised through this website include insulin syringes, pen needles,  lancets, and alcohol swabs.

This resource provides a description of insulin pumps and the various types of insulin doses that are administered by such devices. Also included are the side effects of inappropriate usage of the insulin pump and tips for the proper management and use of insulin pump treatment.

This resource provides information for people who have a disability that restricts their mobility, and who may be eligible for help from the Home and Vehicle Modification Program.

This website provides information for individuals who have had a stroke and for their families. It explains causes and symptoms of stroke, available rehabilitation, including different types of interventions and therapies.  After-stroke physical activity including aerobic exercises, is also clarified. The website provides a glossary of stroke related terms.

This page provides information on the ACWC, a specialized service that addresses the communication needs of individuals with complex speech and/or physical impairments through the provision of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). It list available services and referral criteria for inpatients and outpatients at this Bridgepoint clinic. Contact information and related links are also provided.

This website is a good resource for people who need mobility devices such as wheelchairs, walkers, scooters, etc. It provides descriptions of devices, information about funding programs and assistance, links to vendors' catalogues and other relevant resources. The author is an individual who has put this website together for informational purposes and is paid for by advertisements from home-based health devices providers in Canada.

This webpage describes how amputee care and prosthetic services  team at the Sunnybrook Centre for Independent Living will work with you to help you return to greater function and independence. It also provides access to information about the amputee rehabilitation services  at Sunnybrook and to the Ontario Government's Assistive Devices Program.

This Toronto Rehab fact sheet provides details about the Assistive Devices Program (ADP). It describes types of equipment covered by the program, the application process and funding of the program. Contact information for organizations involved in the program is also provided.

This web page describes outpatient programs provided at the Bridgepoint hospital. Programs currently offered are: musculoskeletal rehabilitation program, neurological rehabilitation program, total joint replacement rehabilitation program, mindfulness based stress reduction program, pain management program and seating clinic (help with medical equipment). The Christine Sinclair Ambulatory Care Centre includes state-of- the-art facilities, a gym with large windows, ophthalmology suites, and a therapeutic pool. Contact information and referral forms are available from this page.

If you need a walker or a wheelchair after an illness or injury, you may be wondering how you can afford to buy one. The Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care has a program to help you with some of these costs. This is called the Assistive Devices Program (ADP). This program covers over 8,000 separate pieces of equipment, supplies, and aids.

The Ford Mobility program is designed to extend driver abilities and enhance personal independence by installing adaptive driving aids or mobility assistance equipment. Driver eligibility  and reimbursement assistance are explained.

This guide is useful if you plan to buy a medical device over the Internet, as there are steps you can take to minimize your risks and protect your health.

Whether you suspect you have a hearing loss, or have been wearing hearing aids for years, this resource you with advice and information on leading-edge hearing aid technology. You will learn how the system works, how to apply for funding and how to take care of devices you use.

The Diabetes Depot offers people with diabetes equipment and supplies for the management of diabetes. Books on diabetes, syringes, infusion sets, and diabetic socks are just a few of the items that are available for purchase. Apart from the sale of medical supplies this resource also provides additional information such as videos, written and visual guides and diagrammatic step-by-step instructions for the proper use of certain devices. A list of organizations where more information regarding diabetes and its management can be found is also provided.

This resource provides information about the Assistive Devices Program (ADP), which provides consumer centered support and funding to Ontario residents who have long-term physical disabilities and to provide access to personalized assistive devices appropriate for the individual’s basic needs.

This is an online store where you can purchase assistive devices, medical equipment and wellness products that can be delivered straight to your door. It provides services in the Greater Toronto Area and the rest of Ontario.

This is a resource for anyone providing care for elderly parents or loved ones. It provides information on caregiving, finding help when a parent needs to move to assisted living, and finding professional organizations that can help in various stages of caring for a loved one. Useful checklists and worksheets are also included.

This is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about assistive devices. Topics covered include "getting started", "additional tips on choosing and using assistive devices", and the "government of Canada's role."

This resource introduces the Assistive Devices Program (ADP) established by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, which aims to assist those with vision related disabilities and need assistance in acquiring equipment and supplies. This program will assume upwards of 75% of the overall cost required for the purchase of the equipment. Such equipment includes, but is not limited to, canes, audio book playback machines, and specialized glasses and other optical aids.

This webpage provides information about assistive technological devices such as alternative keyboards, mouse systems, braille embossers, on-screen keyboards, voice recognition applications and many other electronic and  computer-related devices that may help people with disabilities maintain control and independence.

This page provides practical information on home safety for elderly living independently and for their family caregivers. There are tips for making life easier and safer for older adults, suggestions for making senior-friendly home changes and additions, and advice for caregivers how to deal with difficult situations including help with selecting home alert systems and other assistive devices.

This practical guide to assistive technology provides information about equipment and devices, explains how technologies work and discusses use of these devices in real life situations (at home, at work, while driving a car, etc.). 

This page provides information on making your home safer and better adapted to the needs of someone living with Parkinson's disease. It lists general safety guidelines, devices, adaptive equipment and other home adaptations that help in maintaining independence. 

Factory Direct Medical is a Canadian manufacturer and distributor of durable medical equipment, assistive devices and other aides. For each product there is a full description, price and shipping information.

On this site you will find information about the many accessibility features built into Apple products.

AbleData provides information on assistive technology and rehabilitation equipment available from domestic and international sources to consumers in the United States. Their database contains information on about 40,000 products. For each product, a detailed description of the product's functions and features, price information (when available), and contact information for the product's manufacturer and/or distributors is provided.