Funding Resources
The War Amps: Adult Amputee Program
The War Amps provides amputees with financial assistance for artificial limbs and information resources that address all aspects of amputation.
The Adult Amputee Program, which provides financial assistance towards the cost of artificial limbs, is available to amputees 18 and older residing in Canada.
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The War Amps: Child Amputee Program
The Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program offers comprehensive services to child amputees and their families, including financial assistance, regional seminars and peer support.
CHAMP serves children in Canada (under 18) who are born missing a limb or have lost a limb due to an accident or medical causes. Children who are missing multiple limbs may also qualify for enrolment in JUMPSTART.
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Alberta Aids to Daily Living (AADL)
AADL helps Albertans with a long-term disability, chronic or terminal illness to pay for basic medical equipment and supplies.
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Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH)
Financial and health benefits for eligible Albertans with a permanent medical condition that prevents them from earning a living.
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Non-insured health benefits for First Nations and Inuit
(NIHB)
The Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program provides eligible First Nations and Inuit clients with coverage for a range of health benefits that are not covered through other:
- social programs
- private insurance plans
- provincial or territorial health insurance
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Veterans Affairs Canada
POC 11 – PROSTHESES AND ORTHOSES
Provides coverage for prostheses, orthoses, and other related accessories. Necessary repairs and maintenance are also covered.
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Private Insurance
Many insurance companies have some coverage for prosthetics, but this varies depending on the policy.