RDSP (Registered Disability Savings Plan)
     Available from:
     Scotiabank
     RBC
     BMO
     CIBC

PLAN - a Canadian, family-run organization dedicated to helping you plan for your disabled child's future. www.plan.ca

PC Children's Charity - helping children with a physical or developmental disability with funding mobility equipment, environmental modifications, therapy, etc. Will also help fund the purchase of wheelchair vans. website

Fuel the Care (Irving) - program that covers travel costs for families traveling between home & hospital when children need medical care www.irvingoil.com/community/ftc.asp

IWK Community Grant - community grants that contribute to projects promoting healthy living among women, children and youth. info & application form

Easter Seals - provide financial assistance and recycle rehabilitation equipment to those with physical disabilities. www.easterseals.ns.ca

HST - Vehicle For Physiologically Challenged Rebate Application - Rebate equal to the 8% provincial portion of the HST paid on a motor vehicle for the use of transport of an eligible person. application form

Ronald McDonald Children's Charities -RMHC Canada provides the "Helping Hand grant". Available to registered charities that supports children with serious illnesses or disabilities & helps their families lead healthier lives. www.rmhc.ca

Lions Clubs - Nova Scotia Lions Clubs

Harding Medical - providing assisted living products & home medical equipment www.hardingmedical.com

Lawton's Home Health Care - private services in their stores or in the convenience of your own home. See website for complete list of services offered. www.lawtons.ca/home-healthcare

Equipment Recycling Program- donate your used equipment to be used by those less fortunate. Items accepted: denis browne splints with aduction bars & shoes, AFO's, braces, air-casts, crutches, canes, wheelchairs, etc. donation info

MEDIchair wheelchairs, stair lifts, wheelchair ramps, lift chairs, mobility scooters, walkers and other home medical equipment. www.medichair.com (506) 693-3330

Mobility Equipment Program - by Muscular Dystrophy Canada - may be able to lend equipment or help fund mobility equipment (wheelchairs, scooters, orthotics, etc). Atlantic Canada Muscular Dystrophy website

CANTRA (Canadian Therapeutic Riding Association) www.cantra.ca

Suggestions for Sensory-Rich Activities A great parent, teacher & therapist resource for young children or those with special needs! This EBOOK will be sent to your email for you to print & use. Free shipping & satisfaction guaranteed! [more info/buy]

Liberty Motors - manufacturer of wheelchair accessible minivans www.libertymotorco.com

Fuel the Care (Irving) - program that covers travel costs for families traveling between home & hospital when children need medical care www.irvingoil.com/community/ftc.asp

Point Pleasant Lodge - non profit hotel, providing guest rooms exclusively for people traveling to the Halifax area for medical treatment. www.pointpleasantlodge.com

Snack and Play Travel Tray - fits over a car seat. Creates a firm, but safe surface for snacks, coloring, and more. buy online

Wheelchair Getaways (accessible van rentals) - Don't be limited when you travel! The leading wheelchair (& scooter) accessible van rental company in the United States. www.wheelchairgetaways.com

Application for Refund of Federal Excise Tax on Gasoline - eligible to individuals who have a permanent mobility impairment and cannot safely use public transportation application form

Sail Able Association of Nova Scotia - integrating people with disabilities into sailing for pleasure and/or competitive sailing www.sailable.ca

Special Olympics www.sons.ca

IWK Pediatric Rehabilitation Service Equipment Loan Program - equipment available for loan to families of children and youth who have a physical disability or acquired brain injury program information

Camp Kirk - an overnight summer camp for children age 6-13 with any of the following: Learning Disabilities, Attention Deficit Disorders (ADD), some Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD), Incontinence/enuresis. Located in Ontario, but available to children worldwide. www.campkirk.com

Camp Kodiak an integrated camp for children & teens aged 6-18 - with AND without learning disabilities, attention deficit disorder & Asperger Syndrome. Camp is located in Ontario, but campers worldwide are accepted. www.campkodiak.com

Camp Triumph - a camp for children in Atlantic Canadian who are living with a chronic illness or disability, as well as their siblings. Located in PEI.Camp Triumph

Wheelchair Basketball Canada - click on your province for listings in your area. www.wheelchairbasketball.ca

Atlantic MedEquip Supplies Inc. www.medequipsupplies.ca

Hipper Bib - a fashionable, waterproof kerchief bib for use with eating or to protect clothing www.hipperbib.com

Dapper Snappers - adjustable belt to cinch your special child's pants, creating a perfect fit! Attaches in the back, stays out of the way so your child needn't fumble with a belt when toileting. buy online

Thompson’s Adaptable Clothing - adaptable clothing, living aids & accessories, uniforms & therapy items. Order online (based in NB) www.tclothing.ca

Thompson’s Adaptable Clothing - adaptable clothing, living aids & accessories, uniforms & therapy items. Order online (based in NB) www.tclothing.ca

Caringbridge - free patient websites to connect families during medical issues or serious health events. www.caringbridge.org

IWK Health Centre - the hospital provides online resources for children's & women's health website

C.O.P.E. (Canine Opportunity, People Empowerment) - raise & train dogs to become partners for people with disabilities. www.copedogs.org

*Make Your Own* Special Needs Organizer This handy CD kit will help you easily assemble a Special Needs Organizer binder. CD contains printable files are ready for you to print, fill in, and get organized! Suitable for various disorders. [more info/buy]

*Make Your Own* Medical Organizer This handy CD kit will help you easily assemble a Medical Journal for child/ren, even for yourself or a spouse! CD contains printable files are ready for you to print, fill in, and get organized! A great gift for hard-to-buy-for parents. [more info/buy]

Flaghouse - www.flaghouse.ca

Adaptive Play - adapt & sell switch-adapted toys www.adaptiveplay.org

Fun and Function - design special needs toys & therapy products to build skills and empower children of all abilities order online



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