wound care resources
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WOUND CARE
RESOURCES
Etobicoke
August 2011
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* Disclaimer: The Central West CCAC does not specifically recommend any of the above agencies. The agency and contact number is provided solely for informational purposes and provides the opportunity for further research by the client and/or members of the community. Please contact the agency directly to discuss any related products and fees
Vascular Labs - TORONTO AREA
1. Canadian Vascular Laboratories
100-2150 Bloor St West Toronto, ON M6S 1M8 416-763-3797
2. CML- Vascular Institute
402-1881 Yonge St Toronto, ON M4S 3C4
416-487-2425
3. Canadian Vascular Laboratory
4949 Bathurst Toronto, ON M2R 1Y1
416-221-9001
4. Toronto West Vascular Lab
100-2150 Bloor St W Toronto, ON M6S 1M8 416-763-3797
5. Toronto General Hospital NonInvasive Vascular Laboratory
585 University Ave Toronto, ON M5G 2N2 416-340-3111
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MEDICAL SUPPLIES &
COMPRESSION STOCKINGS
Provider Contact Description
Ability Health Care Supplies Inc 220 Lesmill Rd Toronto, ON M3B 2T5 www.abilityhealthcare.ca
416-444-4470 1-888-350-9765
Medical Supplies Compression Mattresses, pillows, hospital beds Foot care and orthotics Offers mobility products, home health care products, and aids to daily living. Provides Mastectomy fittings for breast prosthesis Offers Mobility Assessments for equipment needs such as walkers, wheelchairs, power wheelchairs and scooters
Absolute Health Care 22 Rexdale Blvd Etobicoke, ON M9W 5Z3, http://www.absolutehealthcare.ca
416-845-4053 Specializes in Compression products (such as stockings, sleeves, body supports, and men's socks), Post Mastectomy products, Orthopedics, Orthotics, Incontinence products from Tena and Mobility products Orthotics – fabricate prescription orthotics through The Orthotic Group Registered with VAC (Veterans Affairs Canada), WSIB, GreenShied and soon to be ADP _ Assistive Devices Program with Ministry of Health for Rollators, Walkers and Seating
Amcare Surgical 1584 Bathurst St. Toronto, ON M5P 3H3 http://www.amcaresurgical.com
416-781-4494
Supplies medical equipment, braces, medical stockings, medical compression, orthopaedic foot appliances. Orthotics – carry a variety of custom foot orthotics as well as extra depth shoes.
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Provider Contact Description
Calea Ltd 2785 Skymark Ave, Unit 2 Mississauga, ON L4W 4Y3 www.calea.ca
905-238-1234 1-888-909-3299
Provides medical supplies
Canada Care Medical Inc Health Care Specialist, GTA Branch 4 Carson Court Brampton, ON L6T 4P8 www.canadacaremedical.com
416-241-1133 1-866-882-9700
Therapy Rehab / Compression Stockings, Arm Sleeves, and Gauntlets (Gloves) Medical Supplies Hospital beds
Canadian Vein Institute 1370 Dundas St. E Mississauga, ON L4Y4G4 www.canadianveininstitute.ca
905 306 9229
Compression stockings are a key part of most of our vein treatment protocols and actually improve results by up to 25%
CIMS Home Health Care 1901 Yonge Street Toronto, ON, M4S1Y6 www.cimshhc.com
416-483-1665 1-888-487-2252
Custom Made and Custom Fitted Products Gradient Elastic Stockings Compression therapy refers to the benefits gained from the use of specialized stockings or bandages in the management of chronic venous disease and lymphedema. Individuals suffering from chronic venous disease (often called insufficiency) present symptoms of leg complaints of fatigue, heaviness, and aching Orthotics – Custom made and fitted shoes and orthotics
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Provider Contact Description
Compression Stockings Canada (Jobst Service Centre) 217 Davenport Road Toronto, ON M5R 1J3 www.compressionstockingscanada.com
416 925 2676
Leader in compression stockings in Canada and was created by physicians to ensure appropriate compression wear for people requiring compression stockings Our physicians have been trained by the world experts in endovenous laser ablation, ambulatory phlebectomy of varicose veins and surface laser and sclerotherapy of small veins of the legs and face
Dok’s Home Health Centre Medical Equipment and Supplies 105-6633 Hwy 7 E, Markham, ON, L3P7P2 www.dokshomehealth.com
905-472-0866 Medical Supplies Compression stockings Electrical Beds
Gallant Health Inc 3601 Highway 7 East, Suite 305 Markham ON L3R 0M3 www.gallanthealth.com/
905-479-7700
Specializes in biomechanics (medical study of human motion and its normality’s and abnormalities), orthotic, TENS and compression therapy. Compression Stocking Socks made with advanced technology and fine fibers which apply gradual pressure from ankle and up, to promote blood circulation, prevent vein problems and any post surgical swelling. Custom made orthotics – insole which is shaped and molded to an individual feet
Glen Erin Pharmacy www.glenerinpharmacy.com
1-800-765-9554 905-828-1980
Provides: mobility products, Joint Support, Urinary products, Compression Socks & Stockings, Urinary Products, Hospital Supplies ADP Vendor
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Provider Contact Description
Hart Home Health Care Products 18 King Street East Unit A-6 (Upper Level of the Royal Courtyards) Bolton, ON L7E ZP7
905-857-2273 Medical & Sports Injury Products Sports Injury Products, Aids for Daily Living, Wheelchairs & Walkers, Magnetic Therapy Products, Bathroom Safety, Compression Hosiery
John's Orthopedic Specialties 2540 WESTON RD North York, ON M9N 2A6 www.cylex.ca/company/john's-orthopedic-specialties-16664011.html
416 247-7104
Hospital and medical suppliers, manufacturer, braces, medical stockings, medical compression Orthopedic appliances, custom foot orthotics
Lymphedema Depot Ltd. 12-111 Fourth Avenue, Suite 347 St. Catharines, ON L2S 3P5 www.lymphedemadepot.com
905-687-8500 Distributor of the Solaris line of medical compression garments for the management of lymphatic and venous edemas. New Product: ReadyWrap low-elastic medical binders are the perfect alternative or supplement to elastic compression hosiery. The low-stretch materials work with the venous and lymphatic systems to naturally improve fluid movement, enhancing the calf's natural muscle pump and producing low resting and high working pressures. ReadyWrap's easy Velcro™ closure system also allows for easy donning and doffing, especially for individuals who have difficulty donning elastic compression garments
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Provider Contact Description
Medical Mart Home Health Care 5875 Chedworth Way Mississauga, ON L5R 3L9 Store 550 Matheson Blvd. W., Unit 101 Mississauga, ON L5R 4B8 www.medimart.com/
905-624-2011 1-800-379-4780
Alliance (products delivered through Medical Mart) delivers a diverse range of high quality products. Product Categories: Medical Supplies - Bandages & Surgical Dressing, Medical Disposables, Gloves, Hospital Garments & Protective Wear, Miscellaneous Healthcare Products, etc
Ontario Home Health & Oxygen 180 ONTARIO ST. Stratford, O N N5A 3H4 www.ont-home-health.on.ca/comp_hose.html
519-273-5770
Medical Supplies Ready to wear and custom made, orthotics, compression stockings/garments and devices, mastectomy products, Registered vendor with the Ministry of Health's Assistive Devices Program (ADP), with all major funding programs and third party insurers, including the Department of Veteran Affairs, Blue Cross, Workplace Safety and Insurance Board and major insurance companies. We also work closely with government agencies like Community Care Access Centres (CCAC), hospitals, nursing homes and other health care institutions
Paramount Healthcare Supplies Inc 932 Pape Avenue Toronto, ON M4K 3V2
416-913-0523
Carries a wide range of medical equipments. Registered vendor for ADP. Have a certified fitter for compression garments (stockings).
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Provider Contact Description
Sammons Preston Canada Corporate Headquarters 6675 Millcreek Dr. Unit 3 Mississauga, ON L5N 5M4 www.sammonspreston.ca
1-800-665-9200 Provides equipment and supplies: aids to daily living, bath and toileting, CPM, dining, evaluation, exercise equipment, mobility, modalities, orthopedics, pediatrics, rehab supplies, sensory motor, splinting, tourniquet and cuff, treatment furniture, wheelchair Provides a full line of compression garments, boots, pneumatic pumps, stockings, low stretch stockings and more. Also sells Volumeters.
Shoppers Home Health 5230 Dundas Street W Etobicoke ON M9B 1A8 www.shoppersdrugmart.ca
416-236-1201 Supplies mobility items, bathroom equipment, aids to daily living, support hose and socks, breast pump rentals and supplies, incontinence products, ostomy supplies, ceiling tracks, converted vehicles for wheelchair access, homecare beds, lift chairs, first aid supplies, and rehab supplies. Home delivery service is available.
Therapeutic Beds and pillows
Starkman Surgical Supply Inc. 1243 Bathurst Street, Toronto, ON M5R 3H3 www.starkmanshealth.com
416-534-8411
Medical supplies and health care items
Thomas Specialty Health Care 2546 Weston Rd North York, ON M9N2A6
416-242-3374
Hospital Equipment and Supplies Elastic stockings
Valco Products y s) J0L 2R0 www.valco.ca/
1.800-361-3153 1-888-583-6827
Canadian distributor of medical compression stockings such as Mediven Compression garments, CircAid Garments, Biocompression pneumatic pumps and a full line of bandaging and pads
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OSTOMY SUPPLIES
Provide Contact Description
Alba Medical
1701 Lakeshore Rd. W. lower
back, Mississauga, ON
L5J 1J4
www.albamedical.ca/
1-866-722-0292 e-mail [email protected]
Specialize in providing supplies for ostomy, continence and wound care. Alba Medical will set an Individual Discount for each client and is based on the following: Individual Discount (First order-10%, On line purchases- up to 2%, senior, 65+ up to 5%) Volume Discount 2% on purchase between $150& $250) 3% on order greater than $250
Best Buy Ostomy Supplies
Canadian Mailing Address
Best Buy Medical Supplies Inc. 211 Bromley Ave Suite 7 Moncton NB E1C 5V5 Mon-Fri 8:30am - 5:30pm
1-866-940-4555
e-mail: [email protected]
Best Buy Ostomy Supplies carries a full line of: -Ostomy Supplies -Diabetic Supplies General Medical Supplies -Urological & Catheter Supplies Best Buy Ostomy Supplies carries all Major Brands of ostomy supplies including: -Hollister -ConvaTec -Coloplast -Cymed -Nu Hope -Marlen
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Provide Contact Description
Calea Ltd. Canadian Corporate Office 2785 Skymark Avenue, Unit 2 Mississauga ON L4W 4Y3 www.calea.ca
1-888-909-3299 905-624-1234 e-mail [email protected]
Calea carries a wide range of medical supplies including wound management supplies, ostomy, and incontinence products, and general medical supplies.
O.O.S. Medical (Ontario Ostomy Supply) www.oosmedical.com
416-298-8500 1-800-387-5150
e-mail: [email protected]
Ontario Ostomy Supply was established at our present Toronto location in 1983 as a retail/wholesale centre for all brands of ostomy supplies. Twenty-seven years later we continue in this business, selling Hollister, ConvaTec, Coloplast/Sween, Nu-Hope, Marlen and other brands of ostomy products coast to coast in our Canadian home market.
Shoppers Home Health Care 1 Kennedy Rd S Brampton, ON L6W 3C9 www.shoppersdrugmart.ca
905-455-5939 e-mail [email protected]
Supplies ostomy products
Starkman Surgical Supply Inc. 1243 Bathurst Street, Toronto, ON M5R 3H3 M-W, Fri & Sat 9am - 6pm Thu 9am - 8pm Sun 12pm - 5pm www.starkmanshealth.com/
416-534-8411 e-mail [email protected]
Starkmans Health Care Depot strives to supply our customers with a vast assortment of health care items. Everything from the smallest items necessary to the larger whether your needs are for home health care or post surgical – we offer complete patient aid. One of the largest ostomy suppliers in Canada Rentals and Sales Repairs Expert Fitters Available Free Delivery
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Provide Contact Description
United Ostomy Association of Canada Inc 344 Bloor St W, Suite 501 Toronto, ON M5S 3A7 www.ostomycanada.ca/
416-595-5452 1-888-969-9698 e-mail: [email protected]
The United Ostomy Association of Canada Inc. is a volunteer-based organization dedicated to assisting all persons facing life with gastrointestinal or urinary diversions by providing emotional support, experienced and practical help, instructional and informational services through its membership, to the family unit, associated caregivers and the general public.
OSTOMY SUPPLIERS Do not sell to the public, but provide a trial of some products and advice
Coloplast Canada Corporation 3300 Ridgeway Drive, Unit 12 Mississauga, ON L5L 5Z9 www.coloplast.ca
1-866-293-6349 e-mail [email protected]
Our business includes ostomy care, urology and continence care, and wound and skin care.
ConvaTec Inc. 1425 Trans-Canada Highway, Suite 250 Dorval, Quebec H9P 2V3
1-800-465-6302 ConvaTec is ostomy, wound care & skin care supplier
Hollister Limited Customer Service Department 95 Mary Street Aurora, Ontario L4G 1G3 Mon- Fri 8:30 am-5pm
1-800-263-7400
Company providing ostomy, wound and continence care products
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ORTHOTIC DEVICES
Provider Contact Description
Ace Orthotics Int'l Inc 1601 Matheson Blvd Mississauga, ON L4W 1H9
905- 625-0334
Orthopedic & custom made shoes
Advanced Orthotic Designs Inc # 4-3995 Sladeview Cres Mississauga, ON L5L 5Y1
905- 607-4022 E: [email protected]
Orthotic devices & footwear
Clinical Orthotic Consultant Inc. Unit 9 2601 Matheson Blvd. E Mississauga, ON L4W 5A8 www.cocinc.on.ca
905-602-0650 E: [email protected]
Custom made and designed footwear and devices
Custom Orthotic Design Group Limited ( Head Office) 4120 Ridgeway Dr, Unit 24 Mississauga, ON L5L 5S9 The Credit Valley Hospital 2200 Eglinton Ave W Mississauga, ON L5N 2N1 www.customorthotic.ca/
866-829-2969 905-813-4050 E: [email protected]
Custom made foot orthoses (orthotics) Custom made orthopaedic braces and splints Orthopaedic and comfort shoes
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Provider Contact Description
Orthotic Care Plus Inc 720 Burnhamthorpe Rd W, Mississauga, ON L5C 3G1
905- 276-2095
Orthotic Devices Inc. 2210 Ambler Dr. Unit 9 Mississauga, ONL4W 2V1
905-625-0139
Orthotics & Prosthetics Clinic 1906 Dundas St E, Mississauga, ON L4X1L9
905- 896-1039
Rockwood Orthopedic Shoe Centre Unit36, 4141 Dixie Rd. Mississauga, ON L4W 1V5
905-629-3332 Body braces, orthopaedic therapeutic and diabetic shoes, custom made orthotics, compression stockings
Queen West Physiotherapy & Acupuncture
905-450-7870 1-866-410-8367 E: [email protected]
Custom made orthotics
Woodbine Foot and Orthotics 500 Rexdale Blvd. Etobicoke, ON M9W 6K5
416-675-4343 Custom made orthopaedic shoes & orthotics
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Chiropodists
Dr. Sulejman Menzildzic 301-111 Queen St W Ph: 905-796-3338 Brampton Hours: Mon & Wed 9 am-8 pm, Fri 9 am-12 noon. Dr. Menzildzic also works out of Women’s College Hospital
Dr. Bob Lee 36 Vodden St E # 309 Hours Mon, Tues, & Wed 7:30 am- 5 pm, Thu 7:30 am- 7 pm Link to the website of Chiropodist & Podiatrist in Ontario (from 310ccac website) http://www.cocoo.on.ca/find-m1.htm
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Funding
Assistive Devices Program (ADP): ADP pays up to 75 per cent of the cost of equipment, such as artificial limbs, orthopaedic braces, wheelchairs and breathing aids. For others, such as hearing aids, the ADP contributes a fixed amount. With regard to ostomy supplies, breast prostheses and needles and syringes for seniors, the ADP pays a grant directly to the person. The Home Oxygen Program under ADP, pays 100 per cent of the ADP price for oxygen and related equipment for seniors 65 years of age or older and for individuals 64 years of age or younger who are on social assistance, residing in a long-term care home or who are receiving professional services through a Community Care Access Centre, and 75 per cent of the ADP price for all others. Contact # 1-800-268-6021 Toronto: 416-327-8804
Website: http://www.health.gov.on.ca/english/public/program/adp/adp_mn.html
Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care Assistive Devices Program 7th Floor, 5700 Yonge Street Toronto, ON M2M 4K5
Orthotic Devices
custom standers/standing frames
custom made arm, leg and spinal braces
paediatric parapodiums
reciprocating gait orthoses
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ADP (Contd) Wheelchairs, Positioning and Ambulation Aids
manual wheelchairs, power wheelchairs and electric scooters
power add-on devices for manual wheelchairs
positioning devices (cushions, back and head supports, etc.)
dynamic positioning devices (power tilt and recline)
forearm crutches
wheeled walkers
specialized pediatric walkers, strollers, standers
Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP): Equipment: Ontario Disability Support Program may cover the assessment fee, if there is no other source of funding available. For the Ontario Disability Support Program to cover the assessment fees you need to get: - Approval by the Assistive Devices Program before buying an assistive device, and - Pre-approval from your local Ontario Disability Support Program office for all assessment fees over $500. - ODSP can help with the cost of batteries or repairs for hearing aids and mobility devices, like an electric wheelchair. Supplies: If you are receiving Ontario Disability Support Program Income Support, you and your family may be able to get help with the cost of: -Diabetic supplies, such as syringes, alcohol swabs and blood glucose monitors. -Surgical supplies, surgical dressings and incontinence supplies.
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ODSP (Contd) Assistance with these costs is provided under the Ontario Disability Support Program’s Mandatory Special Necessities benefit. Contact # 1-888-789-4199 Website: http://www.mcss.gov.on.ca/mcss/english/pillars/social/odsp/income_support/odsp_health
Ontario Works: Ontario Works benefits cover various pieces of equipment and medical supplies. If you are in temporary financial need, Ontario Works can: provide you with money, and help you find a job.
To be eligible to receive help from Ontario Works, you must: live in Ontario
need money right away to help pay for food and housing costs, and be willing to take part in activities that will help you find a job. Contact # 905-793-9200 Website: http://www.mcss.gov.on.ca/mcss/english/pillars/social/ow/help/health_benefits.h
Hardship Fund – Medical Supply & Equipment Funding (Etobicoke) Must not be receiving Ontario Works or ODSP to qualify for this funding Types of benefits: Mandatory health benefits and surgical supplies and dressings, diabetic supplies and the cost of prescription drugs
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Hardship Fund (Etobicoke) (Contd) Discretionary benefits include such special needs items as dental services, prosthetic appliances including eye glasses, mobility aids (walkers, canes, etc.), orthotic devices, hearing aids, wheelchair repairs, funeral services, etc. General Principles of the Hardship Fund To meet the medically based needs of residents where the cost of these items would cause undue financial hardship
To recognize this as a short term emergency provision in most cases, but also having flexibility to assist on a longer basis when needed
To recognize that excess income may not always be available due to the emergency and urgent nature of the need. In the same manner, excess assets may not be readily available.
To allow caseworkers to use their discretion and judgement when determining eligibility Contact # 416-392-2956 Website: http://www.toronto.ca/socialservices/Policy/hardship_fund.htm#Background
Veterans Independence Program (VIP): The Veterans Independence Program (VIP): Is a national home care program that helps eligible clients to remain healthy and independent in their own homes or communities. The program offers a variety of services to eligible clients based on individual circumstances and health needs. All services under this program must be pre-authorized by Veterans Affairs Canada. Contact # 1-866-522-2122 (English) 1-866-522-2022 (French) Website: http://www.vac-acc.gc.ca/clients/sub.cfm?source=services/vip/vip-guide
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Veterans Independence Program (Contd) Services & Benefits – Emergency Assistance Fund: Grants of up to $1,000 are most commonly provided for shelter, clothing, health items and essential appliances. Examples of Veteran requests are: new refrigerator, stove or roof repair. Spouse, common-law partner or survivor requests include: dentures, eyeglasses or hearing aids. Contact # 1-866-522-2122 (English) 1-866-522-2022 (French)
Website: http://www.vac-acc.gc.ca/clients/sub.cfm?source=services/assistfund
Workplace Safety & Insurance Board (WSIB): Health Care Equipment and Supplies are items used as a treatment or functional aid during the worker’s recovery, or to improve or maintain their independent living. This includes items such as canes, crutches, back rests and supports, walkers, and Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator (TENS) units. Contact # 1-800-387-5540
Website: http://www.wsib.on.ca/wsib/wsibsite.nsf/public/HealthCareEquipmentSupplies