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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.

If you get a payment from the government (eg a Disability Support Pension), you might also get a Health Care Card. This can help you get cheaper medicines and also gives you concessions on things like public transport tickets, taxi fares and your utility bills (eg electricity). You don’t need to apply for a Health Care Card – if you are eligible, you will be sent a card.

There are a wide range of free hearing services that you can access in the Northern Territory (NT) for people with hearing impairments.

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 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.

Guide Dogs WA deliver guide dog services that you may be able to access if you are blind or have low vision.

Guide Dogs VIC deliver guide dog services that you may be able to access if you are blind or have low vision.

Guide Dogs SA/NT deliver guide dog services that you may be able to access if you are blind or have low vision.

Guide Dogs QLD deliver guide dog services that you may be able to access if you are blind or have low vision.