Vision Support Services

Connecting community members with vital resources for vision impairment support and information.

Join us every first Wednesday of every month 10.30 to 12 for connection and shared experiences in vision loss.

Learn about local services available through Vision Australia and other community supports.

Engage with others who understand and share experiences related to vision impairment.

Assistance with travel

Click on the below links to find out about assistance when travelling

Multi-Purpose Taxi Concession Card (MPTP)

https://services.dffh.vic.gov.au/multi-purpose-taxi-program

The Victorian Patient Transport Assistance Scheme (VPTAS) provides financial assistance to eligible Victorians who must travel a long way for specialist medical treatment.
VPTAS is a subsidy scheme and not intended to reimburse all costs associated with accessing specialist treatment.
To be eligible, patients must live in a designated rural area and travel 100km one way or 500km per week to see a medical specialist.
Here is the link to download a printable Claim Form: https://www.health.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-02/vptas-travel-and-accommodation-reimbursement-claim-form.pdf