• Patient aids—commode chair, flotation pads, sheepskin pads, transfer lifts and respiratory equipment
• Patient care items—foam cushion rings, bedpans, urinals, heel and elbow protectors, sitz baths and
incontinence pads and pants.
Most of this equipment should be available through local supply companies. And most medical insurance policies will cover the cost of rental or purchase.
Other Resources The planner can also put you in touch with the home health agencies in your community and direct you to other community resources. The local chapter of the American Cancer Society can also provide information on support groups and organizations devoted to specific problems, such as the United Ostomy Care Association or the Reach to Recovery Program.
