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Home modifications Equipment Repairs and maintenance Continence aids equipment scheme Resources for community groups Home modifications
The addition of things like ramps, support rails and non-slip surfaces can help to make life at home easier and safer for older people.
For information on who to contact to get help with home modifications see Help at home.
If you live in Housing SA accommodation, sometimes known as Housing Trust, you can get a special needs assessment if you need home modifications.
If you are applying for Housing SA accommodation, you should let them know of any special needs you have.
For more information see accessible housing.
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Equipment
You may be able to get some personal equipment that helps you to maintain your independence. Equipment may help with:
- bathroom, toileting and incontinence
- clothing and dressing
- everyday tasks in the home
- mobility
- transferring and seating
- communication and telephone access.
What can I get?
Equipment catalogues are available that show the range of products available. View the ILC equipment catalogue and the DES equipment catalogue online.
Country services
A free advisory service travels around the state, allowing you to view and trial a range of equipment and discuss your needs with an occupational therapist.
To find out when the service is in your area see the Independent Living Centre webpage.
Fact sheets
Find out about the range of modifications and equipment available plus suggestions on maintaining your health and independence from our home modifications and equipment information sheets.
Eligibility
There are two ways to find out the eligibility, contact:
- Domiciliary Equipment Service - phone 8193 1232
- Independent Living Centre - phone 1300 885 886.
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Repairs and maintenance
If you got your equipment through Domiciliary Care, Disability Services or the Department of Veterans Affairs phone Domiciliary Equipment Services on 1300 130 302.
If you bought your own equipment and need to get it fixed, Domiciliary Equipment Services can advise how they may be able to help. Phone them on 1300 130 302.
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Continence aids equipment scheme
For more information phone the SA Continence Resource Centre on 1300 885 886.
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Resources for community groups
A free outreach service is available that provides direct access to the Independent Living Centre within your local area. Find information about what they provide and how to contact them on the Independent Living Centre webpage.
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