Financial assistance for families with a child with disability
Did you know there is more than just the NDIS that can help? Download the Real Life Tip infographic. More information: Financial assistance for families with a child with disability
Carer allowance and carer payment
Carer Allowance is a fortnightly supplement if you give additional daily care to someone who has a disability or a medical condition. A young person under the age of 16 with a “45 decibels or more hearing loss in the better ear, based on a 4 frequency pure tone average (using 500, 1,000, 2,000 and […]
Google Maps adds hearing loops
Google Maps now includes hearing loops and assistive listening devices in the accessibility information on its website. This will be helpful for users of hearing aids, cochlear implants, and other listening devices. See the images below as a guide for finding the information on your smart device or computer. This is an ongoing project, so […]
Going to the cinema
Did you know that Hearing Augmentation systems (such as hearing loops) are required in all places where sound amplification is provided, or public announcements are made? That includes cinemas, theatres and auditoriums. Although more improvements need to be made in this space, here are some tips that might help make your family’s next trip to […]