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Accesshub – National Relay Service (NRS)
The NRS can help you communicate over the phone if you are deaf, hard of hearing or have difficulties with speech.
DeafBlind Australia
If you are deafblind, DeafBlind Australia has information that may help you to navigate the NDIS, such as how to use NDIS plans and negotiate with providers. DBA has developed information resources and workshops run throughout Australia.
DeafBlind Information Australia
The Deafblind Information Hub has information and resources about your disability, supports and services available and how to navigate the NDIS.
National Auslan Interpreter Booking & Payment Service (NABS)
You can use NABS to book an interpreter for private healthcare appointments. Your healthcare provider can also book the NABS for you.
Hearing Services Program, National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
If you have hearing loss you may be able to access hearing supports and aids through the Hearing Services Program. There is also a special program called the NDIS Early Childhood Early Intervention (ECEI) program for children aged 0–6 years who have just been diagnosed with a hearing problem.
Hearing impairment and assistive technology
The South Australian Government has information available on their website hearing impairment and assistive technology, you can also find information on available services.
Hearing Australia e-book
Hearing Australia has a useful free e-book called Choices. It has information for parents and families of children who are newly diagnosed with hearing loss from birth to 12 years of age.
Aussie Deaf Kids
If your child is deaf or hard of hearing you can access a range of resources through the Aussie Deaf Kids website. There are also a range of online support groups that you can join.
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