Most people who need long term ventilation enter the health care system through the community. The risk or need for long term ventilation can be identified by your family doctor, a Respirologist, or at the Chronic Ventilation Clinic.
Stable long term ventilation can be safely managed by patients, families, and caregivers through education and the ongoing support of your health care team. People who need long term ventilation report a better quality of life when they are able to access treatment and support at home or in the community.
A carefully made Plan of Care can help people avoid going to the hospital unless absolutely necessary.
Helpful Forms for Patients and Families:
Application for Funding Respiratory Equipment and Supplies
Application for Funding Ventilator Equipment and Supplies
Chronic Ventilation Clinic - Symptom Assessment
Lifestyle and Functional Assessment
Patient Satisfaction Questionnaire
