DeafBlind Information Australia
The Deafblind Information Hub has information and resources about your disability, supports and services available and how to navigate the NDIS.
DeafBlind West Australians
The Deafblind Information Hub has information and resources about your disability, supports and services available and how to navigate the NDIS.
The Australian health system
It's useful to know how our system works and how to get the services you need. This website explains the different parts of the Australian health system, including Medicare.
The Australian health system
This website explains the different parts of the Australian health system and has information on how you can access the services you need.
Health and Wellbeing
The National Indigenous Australians Agency provides information and resources on culturally-appropriate primary health care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.
Interstate Patient Travel Assistance Scheme (IPTAS)
If you meet the eligibility criteria, ACT IPTAS can provide you with financial assistance towards travel and accommodation costs to permanent residents of the ACT who are required to travel interstate for specialist medical treatment that is not currently available in the Territory. You may be eligible for subsidised travel Australian Capital Territory.
Carer Gateway
The Carer Gateway gives you information on planning for the future and for end of life, including different steps and things to think about.
Carer Gateway
The Carer Gateway has advice on how you can advocate for people that you care for.
Patient transport schemes
You may be able to get subsidised transport services if you need to travel to get treatment that is not available in your area. Some schemes include accommodation. You can also talk to the hospital or medical centre you go to, because they may have some advice about where to go for transport help.
Patient Assistance Transport Scheme (PATS)
If you live in a rural or remote area, you may be able to access subsidies through PATS to go towards the cost of travel and accommodation when you have to travel to see you nearest medical specialist.