Programs of Appliances for Disabled People (PADP) - Sutherland

About Programs of Appliances for Disabled People (PADP) - Sutherland

PADP is a NSW Health Program that provides aids and equipment long term to people with a permanent disability. An appropriate therapist or clinician must make an assessment and recommendation. A $100 co-payment is required after first application is approved. Applicants do not have to be on a benefit to apply to PADP. Children under 16 years of age must apply through Calvary (CRAGS) PADP. Oxygen supplies can be applied for through PADP but are supplied through the 'Home Oxygen Program'and eligibility is means tested. Continence supplies are available through PADP to persons over 3 years of age but an assessment and referral by a continence advisor is required.PADP administer the HOP (Home Oxygen Program) to eligible applicants Includes rental on Oxygen concentrators and CPAP machines.nExclusions include refills of Oxygen Cylinders and delivery costs.