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What is an Evaluation
Our objective is to leverage technology to offer users optimal compensation for their disabilities. Throughout the years, we have evaluated and tailored numerous power wheelchairs, significantly contributing to enabling people to lead more independent lives and enhance their overall quality of life.
If you are in search of a new powerchair for a client, family member, or yourself, view our step-by-step guide below that comprehensively outlines what to expect from a power wheelchair assessment:
W H A T W E D O
The role of occupational therapists providing
powerchair services includes:
Individuality
Conducting individualized, holistic evaluations to determine clients' skills and patterns of daily living and mobility
Communication
Identifying and addressing clients' needs, interests, goals, supports, and barriers to participation in meaningful activities, roles, and occupations
Customization
Fitting and customizing equipment to meet clients' present and potential future needs and goals
Recommendation
Assessing and recommending equipment, technology, and environmental modifications to increase accessibility and align with clients' needs, goals, and abilities
Accuracy
Measuring outcomes of clients' health and wellness, quality of life, participation, and occupational performance relative to function and participation
Training
Training clients, caregivers, and family members on safe and efficient device and technology use
How it works
Initial Assessment
Upon initiating contact with Cross Over, you will be assigned a specialist adviser. To begin, the specialist adviser will engage in a discussion about the user's needs, obtaining crucial details such as:
- Height
- Weight
- Age
- Current Seating Arrangement
- Existing Medical Conditions
- Current Challenges Faced
Setting Goals
Following the initial consultation, a face-to-face meeting will be scheduled to delve into goals and understand the client's aspirations for the future.
Trying a Demo
Based on the prescription, we will construct a demonstrator model of the recommended powerchair. After this a second assessment will be conducted on-site, providing the user with the opportunity to test the demonstrator chair. Adjustments can be made during this session to ensure that the wheelchair aligns precisely with their individual requirements.
Billing and Funding
Upon finalizing the specifications, we will provide a quote. If required, we will collaborate with case managers, solicitors, occupational therapists, etc., to facilitate the approval of funding.
Delivery
Once the powerchair is built to specification, the next step is to coordinate delivery. We help facilitate the delivery with the client's key support group, which may involve family members and our occupational therapist.
Follow up
Following delivery, clients can fully embrace the experience of using their powerchair in various scenarios and settings!
