Medical Equipment

Illness often brings to light the constraints of government assistance regarding the expenses associated with medical equipment, home modifications, or aids that facilitate daily living. During these challenging times, it is reassuring to understand that, although TBF cannot heal, we can offer support in acquiring resources that may not be accessible otherwise. Furthermore, for the majority of requests, we do not impose a means test; however, a medical recommendation must accompany a completed medical equipment form.

We can help with funding towards:

• Mobility aids (wheelchairs, scooters, etc) provided you are not eligible for state mobility payments or equipment. We may even be able to help those who are getting these payments where they have to be used towards a car and we will in any case offer £300 towards the deposit if the mobility aid is obtained through the Motability scheme;
• Nebulisers (through the Sandra Barr Memorial).
• TENS machines (nerve stimulators), including obstetrics.
• Other aids such as supports, orthopaedic mattresses , walking frames, tilting chairs, CPAP machines, etc where the State or local authority will not provide them;
• Help towards adaptations to your property that the State or local authority will not fund, though you need to seek help from them first and we reserve the right to ask you to contribute towards the cost depending on your resources.

You are required to fill out a Pink Form to request medical equipment for aids that exceed £500 or for modifications to your residence. This form must include information regarding your income and expenses.

For medical or living aids that are expected to cost less than £500, such as nebulisers, TENS machines, or specialized insoles, a Green Form is available. This form is simpler and does not require income and expenditure details. Additionally, please request a Green Form for mobility aids like wheelchairs or mobility scooters, even though they may often exceed £500.

In all instances, a letter from your GP is necessary to support your request for the equipment. If assistance is only possible when the state or local authority is unable to help, we will also require their letter confirming this situation.

Our resources do not stretch to offering help with costs associated with dentistry or opticians.

We all hope disabling illness will never happen to us or our families but if it does, it is good to know the TBF is here to offer practical help (and advice on State benefits).

Complete the form below with as much detail as possible for us to process your application accurately and send out the relevant form.