What are the objectives of a Centralized Equipment Pool?
The VEP provides ADP-approved clients with direct access to equipment. A centralized equipment pool reduces equipment costs through tendering for equipment purchases and more effective utilization of recycled equipment and provides a facility for equipment maintenance and repair services. The VEP also serves as a resource centre for consumers, community agencies and health professionals.
What equipment is available from VEP?
Ventilators, volume or pressure or mixed (hybrids)
Bi-level positive airway pressure devices (with breath rate function)
Ventilator breathing tubes/circuits
12-volt batteries, battery chargers, battery cables (provided for back-up emergency power only; clients are responsible for the purchase of batteries for mobility)
Respiratory humidifiers for use with ventilator / bi-level positive airway pressure device.
Oxygen saturation monitors (effective 2007 November 1 for those applicants under the age of 19 only)
Mechanical in-exsufflators (cough assist device)
Who is eligible to receive equipment form the VEP?
The VEP provides equipment and services to clients approved for funding assistance by ADP.
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