Equipment and subsidies
The types of aids and equipment included in the program are:
- Non-disposable continence aids such as catheters, reusable pants and pads
- Electrolarynxes and voice prostheses
- Electronic communication aids
- Environmental control units (electronic devices used to activate household appliances)
- Equipment for personal use such as shower chairs, home hoists, specialised beds
- Basic home modifications such as grab rails and basic bathroom alterations to allow access
- Lymphedema compression garments
- Breast prostheses
- Mobility aids such as walking frames
- Orthoses such as ankle foot orthoses, braces and surgical shoes
- Oxygen
- Pressure care equipment such as mattresses and cushions
- Ramps (permanent and portable)
- Wheelchairs (manual/electric)
- Wigs.
Aids and related subsidy information fact sheet
For a list of available aids and related subsidy information, download the following fact sheet:
Aids and related subsidy information fact sheet (PDF 233KB)
Aids and related subsidy information fact sheet (Word 103KB)
Further information
Contact your local Aids and Equipment issuing centre.