Services
The services offered include evaluating, recommending and providing technical aids for mobility and positioning such as wheelchairs, strollers, orthotics, positioning aids and orthopaedic shoes. Ongoing maintenance and reparation of the technical aids are also provided.
Clients
Any person with a physical disability.
Location of Intervention
The majority of the services are provided at the JRH Technical Aids Service of the CISSS of Laval, located on Cartier Boulevard. Some interventions may be carried out in the person’s residence.
An emergency assistance service is available for persons who have a manual or motorized wheelchair on the Island of Laval:
- Weekdays (8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) : 450-688-5728, option 2
- Weekend and holidays (9 a.m. to 5 p.m) : 450-688-5172
Request for Service
By the user:
The person must have a medical prescription. In certain situations, the cost of the technical aid may be assumed by a paying agency (RAMQ, SAAQ, CNESST, private insurance or other) if the individual meets their criteria.
By a professional (aid for mobility or posture):
The referring professional must complete form # 3841 (available in French on the RAMQ website). A medical prescription is also required to process the application.
By a professional (walking aid):
The referring professional must complete the application form for walking assistance. A medical prescription is also required to process the application.
By a professional (for any other reason: eg revision of positioning, repair, …):
The referring professional must complete the Request for Reference to the Technical Aids Service form.
Information
450-688-5728, extension 84221