GEAT

The objective of this program is to provide access to Goods, Equipment, or Assistive Technology, (GEAT) which enables the client to perform tasks they would otherwise be unable to do. This includes promoting the client’s safety and independence through time limited services to support wellness and reablement goals.

GEAT are provided to assist a client to cope with a functional limitation and maintain their independence. Items include those that provide short-term and ongoing support and assist with mobility, communication, reading and personal care. These can be provided through loan or purchase.
Clients may need a range of items. This could be from inexpensive ‘off the shelf’ items, to customised equipment and technology which requires prescription by an allied health professional.
GEAT can be purchased under the following service sub-types:
• car modifications
• communication aids
• medical care aids
• other goods and equipment
• personal monitoring**
• reading aids
• self-care aids
• support and mobility aids (including contributing towards the cost of mobility scooters and vehicle modifications).
GEAT can include a wide range of items such as:
• adapted utensils
• assistive technologies such as robotic vacuum cleaners
• dressing aids
• low vision aids such as binoculars, electronic magnifiers and magnifying/reading software.
• over-toilet frames
• sensor mats
• shower chairs
• walking frames.
Where a provider determines it is needed, a client may be referred to an allied health professional (e.g. occupational therapist or physiotherapist) for an assessment for items where professional advice is needed to ensure they are installed and used correctly. For example, toilet raisers, personal alarms and wheelie walkers. CHSP GEAT providers may also use grant funds to purchase an allied health assessment for their clients.