Home Safety Devices

Last modified
8 July 2024
RAP item number
BF11
RAP item category
Communication, Cognition and Memory Assistance
Is this a contracted item

Yes, Mobility & Functional Support

Is prior approval required

No

Comments

Includes flood prevention bath plugs and sink plug stopper, tap cap, power point safety cover, stove guard and sink overflow detector.

These aids aim to orient entitled persons to time and place and support independence in daily activities by compensating for diminishing cognitive skills.

May also be useful for managing clients with Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) resulting from trauma, disease, stroke, alcohol, drugs, hypoxia, degenerative neurological disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Huntington’s disease, Motor Neurone disease, Parkinson’s disease.  ABI can affect a person’s cognitive, physical, emotional and independent function resulting in a mild to profound loss of independence.

The GP or Medical Specialist is responsible for ensuring a comprehensive assessment is conducted, such as using the Psychogeriatric Assessment Scales.  The referral from the GP or Medical Specialist must specify type and stage of dementia, or ABI, and include relevant details of current co-morbidities and medication.

Order Form – Mobility and Functional Support – D0992