Out and About Healthcare provides government funding options through MASS, CAEATI, VOSS, NDIS and SWEP. Different funding options have their own eligibility requirements. However, for all of the mentioned funding options, you must:

• Be an Australian citizen or a permanent resident with a suitable visa
• Be currently residing in QLD*
• Be under 65 years of age
• Have a BIS number*

* To be eligible for NDIS funding you do not need to be residing in QLD but must be currently residing in Australia. You also do not require a BIS number for NDIS funding. *To be eligible for SWEP you need to be residing in Victoria.

To be eligible for MASS funding you will need to be an Australian citizen or a permanent resident with a suitable visa, as well as be currently living in QLD. You must be under 65 years and have a disability that is permanent or likely to be permanent. You will also need to have a BIS number.

MASS funding is used for electric and manual wheelchairs, and only crash tested rehab seat products that will be primarily used indoors. The equipment must be on SOA.

To qualify for CAEATI funding, you will need to be an Australian citizen or a permanent resident with a suitable visa, as well as be currently residing in QLD. You must be under 65 years and have a disability that is permanent or likely to be permanent. You will also need to have a BIS number.

CAEATI funding is accommodated towards individuals who require a scooter, electric or manual wheelchair for primarily outdoor use. The equipment must meet Australian standards.

To be eligible for VOSS funding, you must be an Australian citizen or a permanent resident with a suitable visa, as well as be a QLD resident. You must be under 65 years and have a disability that is permanent or likely to be permanent. You will also require a BIS number.

VOSS funding is best suited towards individuals interested in Government funding for vehicle modifications, and for hoists and ramps.

NDIS is the National Disability Insurance Scheme. To be eligible for NDIS funding, you must be an Australian citizen or a permanent resident with a suitable visa, as well as be currently residing in Australia. You must be under 65 years and have a disability that is permanent or likely to be permanent.

NDIS funding is suited towards individuals who want to achieve their goals, and the corresponding equipment set out in the client’s individual tailored plan. NDIS funding can be used for scooters, electric and manual wheelchairs, lift recline chairs, and more.

SWEP is the State-Wide Equipment Program. SWEP is a government funding option for Victorian residents. To be eligible for SWEP funding, you must be a permanent resident of Victoria* and have a permanent or long term disability, and/or are frail aged, and require aids and equipment or vehicle modifications on a permanent or long term basis.

*You may also hold a Permanent Protection Visa (Resolution of States, Subclass 851) or Asylum seekers (may also be Protection Visa applicants.)