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Department of Families Manitoba – Employment and Income Assistance (EIA) for Persons with Disabilities

* age ranges tend to vary depending on program

Resident of Manitoba
18 years of age or older
Have a mental or physical disability that is likely to last more than 90 days and keeps the individual from earning enough money to pay for basic needs
In financial need: the individual may be eligible if the total cost of monthly basic needs and shelter costs are more than the total financial resources
Persons with disabilities are not required to look for work in order to receive EIA

Hearing aids: cost of hearing aids and repairs
Medical equipment and supplies: costs for basic and essential medical equipment and supplies not covered under Home Care or any other health plan
Mobility equipment (devices) and repairs: cost of approved items not covered by the Manitoba Wheelchair Program
Phones for health or safety: cost of a phone, only if it is needed for health or safety reasons
Prosthetic and orthotic devices: cost of approved items not covered by Manitoba Health

A physician, nurse practitioner, or psychologist must complete the EIA Disability Assessment Report and justify why the equipment is needed
Completion of the Application, Employment History and Personal Action Plan forms
Provide proof of disability
Completion of a Medical Equipment Request and Justification Form by an approved health professional
If the equipment is deemed essential by Disability and Health Supports Unit (DHSU), then it is approved and covered by the program

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