Victorian Aids & Equipment Program Redevelopment
Service Delivery Model Discussion Paper November 2008
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Current aim
The Aids and Equipment Program provides subsidised aids, equipment and home modifications to eligible people needing assistance to live safely and independently in their own home. The primary aim is to safely support people with a long-term disability, their families and carers to reduce reliance on carers and prevent premature admission into institutional care or high cost services
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Proposed aim
The Victorian Aids & Equipment Program provides people with a permanent or long term disability with subsidised aids, equipment, home and vehicle modifications to enhance independence in their home environment, facilitate community participation and support families and carers in their role
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Proposed Program Objectives
… include support goals and plans of an individual at key life stages…