How are the request handled?
Requests for the allocation of assistive technology devices through the
PMATCOM are made by specific health care professionals working to
meet the cleint's needs in the health and social service
sector.
These health care professionals
(speech-language pathologist/occupational therapists) assess needs and have the client try out
assistive technology devices. They then send their recommendations and requests to the
PMATCOM
.
Requests are studied by a group of expert clinicians who in turn pass on
their recommendations to the PMATCOM. If necessary, complementory trial
may be recommended before a response is given. Clients and therapists receive
a written decision.
The PMATCOM subsequently
distributes the devices and recovers them when they are no longer being
used.
Last update 13 October 2004
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