SaskAbilities offers free equipment loans for residents with disabilities

SASKATOON – Residents of Saskatchewan who require equipment to assist with mobility or daily living can turn to SaskAbilities’ Special Needs Equipment program. Funded by Saskatchewan Health, the program provides eligible individuals with a variety of aids on a free loan basis.

The program offers mobility equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, canes, crutches and pediatric mobility aids. It also provides environmental equipment including hospital beds, commodes, patient lifts and bathroom accessories.

To qualify, applicants must be Saskatchewan residents with a valid Saskatchewan Health Services card. Access to the program requires a requisition completed by an authorized health care professional, such as an occupational therapist or physical therapist. Residents can ask their family doctor or local hospital or community health care centre for a referral.

All equipment is loaned free of charge, and repair and maintenance services are included. The Saskatoon branch of SaskAbilities is located at 2310 Louise Ave. Residents can call 306-664-6646 for more information.