Access to Specialist Phone Equipment - Disability Equipment Program
Funding Providers
Optus
Telstra
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts
Location
Australia WideFunding Type
Scholarship S04627
Primary Category
People with disabilitiesEligible to
- Individuals
Funding
Total pool: UndisclosedRound(s)
Ongoing
Purpose
Some people need specialist equipment to make a phone call. They can rent it from Telstra or Optus for the same cost as a standard phone or buy their own. There are also teletypewriter (TTY) payphones in some areas.
Overview
Telstra's Accessibility Equipment Program leases specialist equipment for the same cost as a standard phone.
Optus also provides information about accessible equipment options on its Accessibility page
What's available?
The following categories provide guidance on specific products and services available:
- Hearing loss
- Deaf
- Speech impairment
- Vision impairment
- Mobility & dexterity impairment
- Cognitive
Applications / Guidelines
Contact Details
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