Equipment Subsidy

In keeping with our dedication to help people living with Cerebral Palsy enjoy Life without Limits, Cerebral Palsy Association of BC is pleased to offer financial assistance for the purchase of assistive devices.

Some categories of equipment that are funded include:

Communication and Writing Aids
Orthotic Devices
Positioning and Ambulance Aids
Home Accessibility Aids
Electronic Aids to Daily Living
Vision and Hearing Aids

We are now accepting applications for ages 0-18.

Other Sources of Funding

You may also want to explore other sources of funding as you may not be awarded the entire amount that you request. Depending on the age of the person living with CP and on the type of equipment or assistive device being requested, here is a brief list of some other funding options to explore:

Variety the Children’s Charity
President’s Choice Children’s Charity
CKNW Kids’ Fund
BC Rehab Foundation
The Jennifer and Gregory Louie Foundation for Cerebral Palsy
The Bear Essentials Program (Child/youth must be a resident of Vancouver Island or the Gulf Islands)
Home Adaptations for Independence (HAFI) program
Rick Hansen – BC Accessibility Grants Program
March of Dimes – Assistive Devices Program
At Home Program
Vancouver Island and Surrounding Islands Resource Guide