05_183015811_0103_2_2
Portable ramp for access

Line Item Description

This support item falls under Assistive Technology (AT) within the NDIS, covering the provision of a portable ramp designed to improve access for participants using wheelchairs, scooters, or other mobility aids.

Key Features and Benefits:

Portability and Versatility: Unlike permanent ramps, portable ramps are lightweight, often foldable or sectional, and easy to transport. This makes them ideal for facilitating access not only around the home (e.g., over a small step at the front door or a door threshold) but also for use in the community, when travelling, or for accessing a vehicle.

Temporary Access Solution: They provide a temporary and immediate solution to overcome level differences or obstacles that would otherwise restrict a participant's ability to enter or exit an area.

Enhanced Independence: By ensuring seamless movement across various environments, the portable ramp significantly increases the participant’s ability to engage in daily life and community activities independently.

Safety: The ramp provides a safe, gradient-controlled pathway, reducing the risk of accidents and the need for hazardous lifting or maneuvering over obstacles.

A qualified professional, such as an Occupational Therapist, is typically involved in recommending the correct length, gradient, and weight capacity to ensure the ramp is safe and meets the specific needs of the participant and their equipment.