Equipment Loan Program

With 3,220 pieces of medical equipment, our Equipment Loan Program is designed to help people cope with the daily challenges of decreasing mobility and independence.  Through obtaining basic and essential assistive devices at no charge, we hope to reduce the financial burden and to enhance the quality of life of those living with ALS. This includes mobility equipment, lifts, beds & accessories, bathroom aids and communication devices. Our equipment catalogue provides more details on the available devices.

The program has been expanded to include Advanced Technology which now has 128 pieces of equipment in inventory. These items include hydraulic office chairs, Google home, Chromecasts, smart lights, robot spoons, and a robotic arm.

Therapist login

ELP Changes

Repair – ALS Repair Request Form

Return – ALS Equipment Form

Assistive Equipment Prescription Form (fillable)

Statistics

At year end 2019, 2,122 pieces of equipment were on loan to people living with ALS.

Quick Stats

  • Equipment requests:

    • 2,122

      2019

    • 1,928

      2018

    • 1,697

      2017

  • Equipment deliveries:

    • 2,566

      2019

    • 2,455

      2018

    • 2,380

      2017

  • Maintenance (cleaning & reports):

    • 1,763

      2019

    • 1,602

      2018

    • 1,466

      2017

Equipment Donations

Providing equipment to those who need it most would not be possible without equipment donations from our community. If you are able to donate a piece of equipment, please send the following details to equipmentloan@alsbc.ca:

  • Equipment type and description
  • Approximate age of equipment (2 years or less in age accepted)
  • Location of Equipment
  • Your First & Last Name
  • Telephone Number

Upon receipt, our equipment loan manager will contact you within 1-2 business days.