Daily living and mobility aids
Daily living and mobility aids help people to perform tasks they may find difficult, by increasing ease and safety and promoting independence.
Under the Medical Aids Subsidy Scheme (MASS), subsidies are available for daily living and mobility aids including:
- wheeled walking aids
- manual and powers wheelchairs
- tilt in space manual wheelchairs
- bathing and toileting aids
- hoists and slings
- pressure redistribution cushion, mattress or overlay
- positioning sleep system.
Eligibility
To apply for assistance under MASS, you must:
- be a permanent resident of Queensland
- have a permanent/stable condition or disability
- hold a pensioner concession card, health care card or Queensland Government Seniors Card.
You need to be assessed by one of the following clinicians:
- occupational therapist
- physiotherapist
- rehabilitation engineer.
If you don’t have access to a clinician, contact MASS to find out who you can see for assessment.
Subsidy amounts and criteria
The application guidelines for each type of aid explain what funding is available and the criteria you have to meet.
Mobility Aids Application Guidelines (PDF, 381 KB):
- wheeled walking aids
- manual wheelchair
- power wheelchairs
- tilt in space manual wheelchairs
- pressure redistribution cushion
Bathing and Toileting Aids Application Guidelines (PDF, 346 KB):
- non-standard bath board
- static or 3-in-1 commode
- bath transfer bench
- swivel bath seat
Hoists and Slings Application Guidelines (PDF, 346 KB):
- hoist
- sling
Pressure Redistribution Support Surfaces Application Guidelines (PDF, 301KB):
- pressure redistribution mattress/overlays
- positioning sleep systems
How to apply
Your clinician will work with you to review your needs and help you in choosing the most appropriate aid. They will arrange trials of the aid so you can try it first, to see if it suits your needs.
Once you have chosen the aid, your clinician will help you complete the application forms.
The preferred method is for your clinician to submit an online application through MASS-eApply (online applications) on your behalf.
Alternatively, you will need to complete:
- Part A of the MASS 20 Daily Living Aids and Mobility Equipment Application Form (PDF, 744 KB).
- MASS 84 Proxy Access to Centrelink Information Form (PDF, 174 KB) or include a copy of both sides of you concession card.
Your clinician will complete the clinical assessment, attach any supporting evidence and submit your completed application to MASS.
More information
Contact MASS if you have any questions about applying for mobility aids.
Find out how to care for your aid.