DISABILITY ASSESSMENTS

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We offer Physical and Mental Health Disability Assessments for service-related injuries performed by our licensed practitioners, enabling you to qualify for your Benefits and Entitlements. Assessments are at no-cost to you and you keep 100% of any financial award – we would never take a dime.

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Assessments are Required to Access Services and Supports

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Military Veterans and RCMP members are eligible for healthcare services covered by Medavie Blue Cross and may also qualify for a Disability Award as a result of a service-related injury.

There is no cost to you, and if you qualify for a Disability Award, you keep 100% of the financial entitlement.

There are two types of Assessments, and you can do one or the other, or both, depending on your needs. You are also entitled to be reassessed every two (2) years.

Physical Health Assessment

  • Conducted by a Nurse Practitioner
  • Evaluates physical capacity and limitations
  • Diagnoses may include Lumbar Disc Disease, Plantar Fasciitis, ED
  • Must be done in-person

Mental Health Assessment

  • Conducted by a Psychologist
  • Evaluates mood, cognition, and function
  • Diagnoses may include PTSD, Anxiety
  • Can be done in-person or virtually

How Much Can I Receive?

To qualify for a Disability Benefit, you must have a service-related diagnosed medical condition or disability. VAC ultimately makes the determination based on your application. The first step is to get assessed, and you can start that process by speaking with a member of our team.

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The amount you receive depends on the degree to which your condition is related to your service and the severity of your condition, including its impact on your quality of life.

The overall maximum Disability Benefit is currently $440,991 – though we cannot guarantee you will qualify or receive that amount.

In addition to a potential financial benefit, you may also become eligible to access a range of services and products.

To get an estimate of what you may be eligible for, use our Coverage Calculator.

Remember, our Disability Assessment involves no out-of-pocket expenses, and if you qualify for a Disability Benefit, you keep 100% of the financial entitlements.

Estimate Your Entitlements

It’s an honour to serve. You’re rightfully proud of your efforts. But there are consequences; your life after service may come with healthcare challenges. If you have a service-related injury, you may qualify for healthcare benefits and/or financial entitlements.

Using our Coverage Calculator tool, simply indicate the area(s) where you are injured and/or experience pain, and we’ll provide an estimate of the healthcare benefits and financial entitlements you may be eligible to receive.

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Coverage Calculator

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Disclaimer: The estimate provided by the Entitlements Estimator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a promise that insurance coverage will be available. Your actual entitlements and coverage may vary based on your personal circumstances and the specifics of your case, including an adjudication by VAC. The ability of our healthcare providers to help you also depends on those circumstances and specifics. A comprehensive assessment requires an appointment with our healthcare team. By using this tool, you agree to the Echelon Wellness terms and conditions.
Based on the service-related injuries you have indicated, your potential illustrative financial entitlement and healthcare benefits are shown below.

Estimated Financial Entitlement

Based on the service-related injuries you have indicated your potential lump sum financial entitlement for pain and suffering can range from:

$0 - $0
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Estimated Healthcare Benefits

Treatment

Yearly Visits*

Shockwave for ED
Initial Treatment + Maintenance
Shockwave for Chronic Pain
Initial Treatment + Maintenance
Acupuncture
15 Treatments
Chiropractic
20 Treatments
Foot Care
10 Treatments
Kinesiology
20 Treatments
Osteopathy
20 Treatments
Physiotherapy
20 Treatments

Products

Frequency

Bracing
4 Per Year
Compression Socks
7 Pairs Per Year
Custom Knee Brace
Every 2 Years
Custom Orthotics
2 Pairs Every 24 Months
Moist Heating Pad
Every 2 Years
TENS Unit
Every 5 Years

*The number of sessions above can be increased based on individual needs. Echelon Wellness is here to advocate for you, working with Medavie Blue Cross to ensure you get the course of treatment needed to feel your best.

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NEW SERVICE

Virtual Mental Health Disability Assessments Now Live

We are proud to announce that our Virtual Mental Health Disability Assessments are now available across Canada.

Why Choose Echelon’s Virtual Mental Health Disability Assessments?

Immediate Access to Mental Health Benefits: Patients who complete a Virtual Mental Health Disability Assessment are eligible to receive Counselling services immediately (while their Disability Assessment claim is in process)

Accessibility: Communities without a physical Echelon presence are now able to access Counselling

Reduced Wait Time: Connect faster with our virtual network of Mental Health Professionals

Confidentiality & Comfort: From the comfort of your own environment with no need to interact with other patients

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Trust Echelon Wellness for your Disability Assessment

Echelon Wellness is the first and only healthcare clinic exclusively focused on Veterans and RCMP. We are independently owned and operated and our team has extensive experience dealing specifically with the whole-body healthcare needs of those who serve.

We also understand the administrative process and paperwork required. And unlike other clinics, we don’t charge you for the Assessment and you keep 100% of any financial entitlement. You fought for us, so we fight for you.

We've helped hundreds of Veterans successfully collect their financial entitlements

Hear What Patients Have to Say

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I have been totally impressed with Echelon and the people there since my first appointment a month ago. Such friendly people who want to do everything they can to get you the help and treatments that you (a veteran) need. There are things I didn't know I was entitled to until I started going here. There was no long wait to get in and get started. No messing around, just straight to "this is what you qualify for, now lets get started.
Alan Isnor
BEDFORD, NS
Fantastic, excellent staff and they help me deal with VAC. They book appointments back to back when I request. They even help me get benefits I am entitled to, but VAC told me I wasn't. For example, getting more chiropractor visits. VAC had told me I could not get more then 15, but Echelon can navigate blue cross/vac to help you get more. I recommend every Veteran to do and intake and see what they can help you with.
Craig Sutton
ST. JOHN'S, NL
I was not aware of what I was entitled to through Veterans Affairs. ECHELON staff helped me obtain the benefits I was entitled to. I was given the help I was lacking, the support I needed and the recognition I greatly appreciated. The compensation I received, with their help, has improved my health, my finances and my outlook on the future. ECHELON has given me HELP, HOPE and HEALING I did not know even existed. I will be forever grateful.
Wayne Mckenzie
BEDFORD, NS

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