Home Oxygen Program
Provides home oxygen assessments and funding for eligible residents who need supplemental oxygen in their homes. Oxygen equipment is provided to patients by a Vancouver Coastal Health approved oxygen supplier, with periodic assessments provided by a respiratory therapist.
The program helps clients with health conditions such as asthma, emphysema, chronic bronchitis, lung disease, cancer, cystic fibrosis and congestive heart failure.
The program helps clients with health conditions such as asthma, emphysema, chronic bronchitis, lung disease, cancer, cystic fibrosis and congestive heart failure.
Agency
700 West 57th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6P 1S1
Oak Care Centre
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Eligibility
Clients must live in the Vancouver Coastal Health region, have valid BC Medical Services Plan coverage, and meet the health requirements. See the application form for detailed eligibility information.
Application process
Requests for home oxygen service are made by a physician on behalf of the client. See website for referral form.
Program fee
Funding approved based on eligibility criteria; call for more information.
Hours
Mon
08:00 - 16:00
Tue
08:00 - 16:00
Wed
08:00 - 16:00
Thu
08:00 - 16:00
Fri
08:00 - 16:00
Documents required
Languages
English
Service delivery
In person
Coverage area
Richmond, Vancouver, West Vancouver, Powell River, Squamish, Bella Coola, North Vancouver, Sechelt
Serves the Vancouver Coastal Health area
Wheelchair accessible
Yes
