Program of Appliances For Disabled People (PADP) - Manly Hospital

About Program of Appliances For Disabled People (PADP) - Manly Hospital

PADP provides a wide range of equipment to adults and children. Equipment includes: shower supports, wheelchairs, continence aids, beds, commodes, cushions, hoists, prosthetic aids, orthotic aids. Applications must include a copy of a person's Australian Tax Office Notice of Assessment or details of Centrelink pension or Health Care card. The PADP manager will assess the application, which may be further considered by the local PADP Advisory Committee. The PADP manager will also advise people about equipment pools operated by local hospitals and other organisations. This program is managed from Ryde hospital.