Muscular Dystrophy Association
Myositis falls under the umbrella of the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Please register at Muscular Dystrophy Canada. This may require a letter from your doctor stating your disability. Once registered, Muscular Dystrophy may help with the costs of wheelchairs, walkers, stair lifts, scooters, etc. They have a regional staff who may work with you as required.
Assistive Devices Program (ADP)
ADP helps people in Ontario with long-term disabilities pay for customized equipment like wheelchairs and hearing aids. For other provinces, please go to the provincial website for detailed information on support programs.
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Assistive Devices Discounts
Wellwise by Shoppers Drug Mart sells a variety of assistive devices from grab bars to rollators. On Thursdays, all seniors receive a 20% discount. This is a significant savings if you require a product that they sell.
WHO ARE WE?
Myositis Canada is a non-profit, volunteer organization dedicated to improving the lives of people affected by myositis. We also work to raise awareness of Myositis in all its forms and to support Canadian research into
Myositis.
Formed in 2015, Myositis Canada is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors that includes patients, family members and interested professionals, bringing diverse strengths and perspectives to the organization.
VISION
A world where each new case of myositis is diagnosed and cured within months, and where full rehabilitation from myositis damage is routine.
MISSION
To support people with myositis, caregivers, researchers and health care providers in the diagnosis and treatment of, and rehabilitation from, myositis.
VALUES
Myositis Canada believes in integrity, honesty, teamwork, community and most importantly, respect, compassion and inclusiveness.
