Entitlements:  People who are vision impaired are entitled to government benefits/ accessibility options. It is important to advise them/ their caregivers of these entitlements.

Vision Impaired Travel Pass: 

A travel pass allows free travel to all people who are legally blind, on urban services in selected states of Australia.  Click here to access more information by State  QLD, NSW, VIC.

Taxi Subsidy Scheme:

Discounted taxis are available for people with a severe vision impairment.  Click here to access more information by State  QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, SA, WA, NT.

Companion Card:  

The National companion card scheme enables a carer to attend free of charge at a number of events and venues in any State or Territory.

Better Start for children with disability initiative:   Better Start offers up to $12 000 for equipment and therapy to assist children with vision impairment.

Commonwealth funded allowances: Disability allowance/carer’s allowance are available to assist people with vision impairment and carers of children with vision impairment.