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Access to Specialist Phone Equipment - Disability Equipment Program

Funding Providers

Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts
Telstra
Optus

Location

Australia Wide

Funding Type

Scholarship S04627

Primary Category

People with disabilities

Eligible to

  • Individuals

Funding

Total pool: Undisclosed

Round(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

Application methods: Phone , Email

We take pride in ensuring our data is up to date and accurate, but you should not rely on our data alone. Please double-check important information on the funder's website before applying.