Finding yourself or someone you care for suddenly disabled, un able to work or un able to do the things you used to do can be incredibly stressful, frustrating and financially draining. We hope some of the suggestions and resources below can assist you.
The first point of contact is your doctor (GP) they will have additional resources, testing and programs such as ACAT assessments, referrals to an Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist or mental health professional.
My Aged Care - My Aged Care is the government portal that assesses and manages aged care services and funding. You can find all of their information here
https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/
NDIS - National Disability Insurance Scheme is for people under 65, living with a disability and needing support. You can find their information here
https://www.ndis.gov.au/
Your local shire office, contact your shire or city council to see what rebates, discounts or programs they have for people in your position. Some rebates may include home security upgrades, discounts on up to $700 off of your land rates, energy assistance rebates, car registration. It's worth a call or email to find out.
Shire of Harvey www.harvey.wa.gov.au/
City of Bunbury bunbury.wa.gov.au/
Shire of Dardanup www.dardanup.wa.gov.au/
Shire of Donnybrook-Balingup www.donnybrook-balingup.wa.gov.au/
City of Busselton www.busselton.wa.gov.au/
Parking - See if you're eligable for ACROD parking concessions.communities.wa.gov.au/concessions/Pages/ACROD-Parking-Permits---Australian-Disability-Parking-Scheme.aspx
Service providers and institutions - It does take a lot of time, but phoning your bank, energy provider, insurance companies etc. And simply explaining your situation and how your cost of living has increased due to your disability and are any discounts or rebates available?
Transport - Each state has slightly different programs for public transport and taxi services. www.transwa.wa.gov.au/fares/concessions
Companion Card - Do you need a companion at all times to help you navigate spaces? You can apply for a companion card here www.wacompanioncard.org.au/
If we've missed any helpful resources, please let us know hello@caretomebunbury.com.au
The first point of contact is your doctor (GP) they will have additional resources, testing and programs such as ACAT assessments, referrals to an Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist or mental health professional.
My Aged Care - My Aged Care is the government portal that assesses and manages aged care services and funding. You can find all of their information here
https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/
NDIS - National Disability Insurance Scheme is for people under 65, living with a disability and needing support. You can find their information here
https://www.ndis.gov.au/
Your local shire office, contact your shire or city council to see what rebates, discounts or programs they have for people in your position. Some rebates may include home security upgrades, discounts on up to $700 off of your land rates, energy assistance rebates, car registration. It's worth a call or email to find out.
Shire of Harvey www.harvey.wa.gov.au/
City of Bunbury bunbury.wa.gov.au/
Shire of Dardanup www.dardanup.wa.gov.au/
Shire of Donnybrook-Balingup www.donnybrook-balingup.wa.gov.au/
City of Busselton www.busselton.wa.gov.au/
Parking - See if you're eligable for ACROD parking concessions.communities.wa.gov.au/concessions/Pages/ACROD-Parking-Permits---Australian-Disability-Parking-Scheme.aspx
Service providers and institutions - It does take a lot of time, but phoning your bank, energy provider, insurance companies etc. And simply explaining your situation and how your cost of living has increased due to your disability and are any discounts or rebates available?
Transport - Each state has slightly different programs for public transport and taxi services. www.transwa.wa.gov.au/fares/concessions
Companion Card - Do you need a companion at all times to help you navigate spaces? You can apply for a companion card here www.wacompanioncard.org.au/
If we've missed any helpful resources, please let us know hello@caretomebunbury.com.au
