Australian Thalidomide Survivors Support Program (the Program)
If you are a thalidomide survivor registered with the Program, the Thalidomide Support Service can help you with accessing support under the Program, including claiming from the Extraordinary Assistance Fund (EAF) and the Health Care Assistance Fund (HCAF). The Thalidomide Support Service can also help survivors to register and receive support from the NDIS and other relevant services and schemes.
Income and finance video
This video includes Auslan, subtitles and a transcript.
Transcript
Hi, I'm Maya, and today I'll be talking about the area of life that relates to money.
How to manage money
Understanding your finances can help you to manage your money and plan for the future. You can explore information online, or use free services to talk to financial experts and get advice about your situation.
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How to manage money
Tax support
You may be eligible for tax rebates that can reduce the amount of tax you need to pay to the government.
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Tax support
Cards and concessions
State and territory governments provide a range of rebates, concessions and subsidy schemes you may be eligible for to help you with the cost of living.
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Cards and concessions
Financial support for healthcare
The Australian Government could provide financial support to ensure you can access health services and medicines.
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Financial support for healthcare
Family and carer support
The Australian Government could provide financial support for families and carers of people with disability.
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Family and carer support
Financial support
The Australian Government provides direct financial support for people with disability. Visit the Centrelink Payment and Service Finder and the National Disability Insurance Agency to see what financial and other supports you may be able to get.
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Financial support
Income and finance