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March 24, 2010
Greetings!

Two funding updates are included this issue - MHSD Funding Reference Sheet and a short update from VAC.

Get your clients ready to "Spring" into Action with our Walker Reference Sheet.

Everyone at SelfCare had very positive feedback about the courses at ISS. We've highlighted 3 air cushion announcements.

We look forward to providing you with useful information throughout the year.  Please contact us at any time if you have any comments, questions or topics you want covered by an inservice by emailing [email protected].

"Ministry" Funding - CSA under MHSD
 
Clients of the BC Government Ministry of Housing & Social Development (MHSD) receive funding for wheelchairs and a specific list of other durable medical equipment for in-the-home use under the Corporate Supply Agreement (CSA). The current CSA is valid until August 31, 2010. Equipment supplied under the CSA is covered by a 2 year warranty.

SelfCare is an approved vendor under the CSA and can supply all equipment and services to any Ministry client. The CSA is available to WorkSafe BC, ICBC or other government ministries and public sector agencies.

> Funding Source Reference Sheet - MHSD Mar 2010
VAC Funding Changes - March 2010

Veterans Affairs Canada has issued a bulletin for items that have been added to their approved list of equipment:
  • Urban (Nordic) Poles - one pair every 5 years, $150 limit
  • Fall Mats for Injury Prevention - $300 limit
Reference Sheet - Walkers

Expresso WalkerSpring into action with the safety of a walker! All walkers supplied by SelfCare can be rented to ensure the client is comfortable using it before he/she commits to the purchase. 100% of the first month rental is always deducted if the item is purchased. 4 wheeled walkers rent for $35 per month.

> Here's an updated listing of walkers.
International Seating Symposium (ISS) - Air Cushion Announcements

ROHO� Hybrid Elite? CushionAll the SelfCare sales staff attended ISS and had very positive feedback about the courses they attended. ROHO and Jay have teamed up to produce 2 similar, but different cushions using a Jay base and ROHO air insert. Vicair has new softer cells which optimize the density of the cushion so less, if any cells will need to be removed to adjust the cushion to the user.

> ISS Air Cushion Announcement
Thank You Mailed to SelfCare

A wonderful full page thank you was received by SelfCare. Here are some of the kind words from the daughter of our customer.

"[SelfCare's] understanding, empahty, professionalism and product knowledge helped us immensely in safely navigating this difficult passage [for our Mother]. Your commitment to taking care of all the details and paperwork enabled us to focus on mom's recovery and subsequent rehabilitation ... Perhaps, often overlooked, and most important, is the sincere and genuine care that was provided to our family with this matter... The commitment and quality service is evident in every piece of equipment, ... all of which have made a positive difference in (her) well-being...

Thank you for the quality assistance, superior product knowledge, care and commitment and making a positive difference in the life of (her)."
Thank you for using SelfCare. Please call us for any equipment inquiries or to book an equipment demonstration. We have a wide range of demo and rental equipment.
In this issue...
Funding Update - MHSD
VAC Funding Update
Reference - Walkers
ISS - Cushions
Thank you note
You Evaluate
20 Minutes
call or email for an express inservice on the 3 new air cushions:
  • ROHO Hybrid Elite
  • Jay 3 with ROHO
  • Vicair (softer cells)
Take 20 minutes at the end of your next staff meeting to compare all 3 cushions simultaneously. Call Kim Mackie at 604-990-9422 or email Kim Mackie to set a time.
Contact SelfCare

YES, ...you can reply to this e-mail. It will reach a person. How refreshing! Or call us at 604-872-5800.

Need information on a specific product or want to demo a wheelchair? Contact a Seating & Mobility Consultant.

Our website includes a member login area for Health Care Professionals. With a username and password you can access our reference and product sheets, inservice RSVPs, and other reference materials online. You will be able to find information on our rental and consignment equipment, staff contacts, plus many other features. Contact Kim Mackie at 604-990-9422 or via email to request a username and password.
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Upcoming Inservices
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We will be updating our inservice schedule soon.

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SelfCare Store Locations & Parking

- Sechelt - 5654 Dolphin Street - easy parking everywhere
- Vancouver - 43 West 6th Avenue - lots of free parking
in the back of the store off the alley
- Surrey - #108A, 17533 64th Avenue - parking in front of the store
- North Vancouver - 1340 Pemberton Avenue - parking to the south side of the building or to the back of the building

Call Kim Mackie at 604-990-9422 or email Kim to book an inservice for your facility or organization.
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Vancouver SelfCare:
43 West 6th Avenue, Vancouver, BC  V5Y 1K2
T: 604-872-5800 F: 604-872-8388  E: [email protected]
 
North Vancouver SelfCare:
1340 Pemberton Avenue, North Vancouver, BC  V7P  2R7
T: 604-990-9422  F: 604-990-9424  E: [email protected]

Surrey SelfCare:
#108A, 17533 64th Avenue, Surrey, BC  V3S 1Y8
T: 604-574-5801  F: 604-574-5805  E: [email protected]

 
Sechelt SelfCare:
5654 Dolphin Street, Sechelt, BC  V0N 3A0
T: 604-741-9920  F: 604-741-9921  E: [email protected]