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Air Cushion Reference Sheet
 Air cushions are often a solution for clients at high risk of skin breakdown. Many of the new air cushions aim to provide improved posture and positioning by using foam in combination with air sections. Both ROHO and Jay have produced their versions of a combination cushion that uses a Jay foam base and ROHO air insert. The Jay product is the Jay J3 with Air Insert and the ROHO product is the Hybrid Elite. The J3 offers customization for the user with the selection of the pelvic loading area, type of insert, air or fluid and many other positioning options. Our updated Air Cushions Reference Sheet is attached.
> Air Cushions Reference Sheet
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Current Ministry (MHSD & MCFD) Maximums
There have been stated maximums for equipment purchases by the Ministry of Housing and Social Development (MHSD) and the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD). Here is the most recent list that was issued with the new RFP for wheelchairs and other durable medical equipment. A new contract will be issued for September 1, 2010. (limits apply to both ministries unless indicated) - $1500 basic secondary mobility devices
- $3500 power scooters for MHSD and $3700 for MCFD
- $4200 for ceiling track lift package/lifting devices
- $400 for walkers for MHSD
- $3200 for alternate positioning devices for MCFD
- $450 for replacement G22 gel cell batteries (minimum 50ah) per pair including installation
- $3000 for basic hospital/containment type bed
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Ramps Product Feature
 Ramps provide access. The guideline for using a ramp is one foot (12") of ramp for every 1" of raise, which produces a slope of 4.8 degrees. Often ramps are the final link to a successful discharge and are required for a short period of time. SelfCare sells and rents a full line of ramps including threshold, suitcase and modular. An environmental alternative are rubber threshold ramps made entirely from recycled tires. These provide a safe, no slip, smooth ground to sill transition and are perfect for exterior doors.
> Ramps Product Feature
> Modular Ramps Product Feature
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July 13 Inservice - Surface to Surface II
The Complete Prescription
Just when you thought there were no inservices during the summer, here is an opportunity for a full day review of various principles related to posture and positioning. Clinical applications and product information for a range of products including ROHO, X-sensor, Bodypoint, Prime Engineering, Access Vital and Advanced Health Care bath safety products will be covered. Three excellent presenters, Brenlee Mogul-Rotman, OT, Andy Woodcock, ROHO group, and Marty McLean, Advanced Health Care Products will provide for an informative, quick paced day.
There is NO cost to participants, breakfast & lunch are provided. The location is the Executive Hotel Burnaby. Please register by email to Theresa@advancedhealthcare.ca.
> View the course handout/RSVP
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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.
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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.
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