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Child Disability Assistance Payment
This is an annual payment to help with the cost of caring for a child with disability. You might be able to get the payment if you get a Carer Allowance.
Smartraveller
The Australian Government has advice to help you prepare for a trip if you have a disability.
Leisure in Australia
Information for new migrants about sport and recreation options in Australia.
Mobility Maps website
In some areas of Australia you can access Mobility Maps. These maps are developed by local councils and show you accessibility options, including disabled parking spaces. See if you can download a mobility map for your area.
Companion Cards
If you have a significant, permanent disability and need a carer to help them to go to events you may be able to get a Companion Card. This card allows your carer to have a free ticket once you’ve paid for your own ticket.
- Apply for a Companion Card in the ACT
- Apply for a Companion Card in NSW
- Information about the NT Companion Card
- Apply for a Companion Card in the NT
- Apply for a Companion Card in Queensland
- Apply for a Companion Card in South Australia
- Apply for a Companion Card in Tasmania
- Apply for a Companion Card in Victoria
- Apply for a Companion Card in Western Australia
Circles of Support
Circles of Support will provide peer led activities including local village morning teas and playgroups to CALD and Indigenous people with disability.
Changing Places
Changing Places provide suitable facilities for people who cannot use standard accessible toilets.
Local Area Coordinators (LACs)
Local Area Coordinators (LACs) can link you to the NDIS and to mainstream and community supports in your area. You can ask your LAC about the supports available in your community, even if you're not eligible for an NDIS support plan.
Carer Adjustment Payment
This is a one-off payment to families who can’t get other income support when the family is going through significant adjustment because of the care needs of a child. You might be able to get this payment if you care for a child aged under 7 years who has recently been diagnosed with severe disability or a severe medical condition.
Carer Allowance
This allowance provides an income supplement for carers or parents who provide daily care for an adult or dependent child or children. You may be able to get this payment if you care for someone with disability or a medical condition, or a frail older person, and if you also work or study.