Publications

This document is a standard deed of standing offer between the Hearing Services Program and suppliers of hearing devices.

Signed by the Minister for Aged Care, the Hon Sam Rae MP, this Determination indicates the number of Multi-Purpose Service Program residential aged care places available in 2025–26.

Signed by the Minister for Aged Care, the Hon Sam Rae MP, this Determination indicates the number of Multi-Purpose Service Program residential aged care places available in 2026–27.

This policy outlines the legal framework for registered supporters and explores the broader concept of supported decision-making in aged care.

This policy outlines the process to make a request to register a supporter under the Act. This policy also includes information that should be considered before or during making a registration application.

A user guide on accepting your bonded offer.

This framework explains how consumer engagement happens across health technology
assessment (HTA) processes in Australia. It sets out guiding principles, focus areas and
actions to support better consumer engagement in HTA.

This is a copy of the slides that were presented at the webinar for consumers on 22 April 2026.

This fact sheet provides information for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people about free winter vaccinations.

This factsheet provides information for adults aged 65 and over about getting vaccinated against influenza, COVID-19 and RSV ahead of the winter season.

This poster outlines the rights and responsibilities of Hearing Services Program clients. Hearing services providers should display this poster in the waiting area of each site.

This document outlines how the Hearing Services Program acknowledges, investigates and resolves complaints.

The wishes and needs tool asks Hearing Services Program clients 2 questions, to help providers determine the hearing services and devices needs of their clients.

Hearing services providers can customise this template when recommending a fully and/or partially subsidised device to a Hearing Services Program client.

Providers must have a digital or physical claim for payment form for every claim, and the form can also be used submitting manual claims.

Use this form to record a Hearing Services Program client’s acknowledgement that you have informed them of their options under the program before they buy private services or devices.

Use this form to request a reconsideration of a decision we have made, such as finding you ineligible.

This application form is used to apply for Specialisation Verification status for people from culturally, ethnically and linguistically diverse backgrounds. It aligns with the updated Specialisation Verification Framework.

This application form is used to apply for Specialisation Verification status for people who are financially or socially disadvantaged. It aligns with the updated Specialisation Verification Framework.

The final framework sets out the criteria for specialised care delivery. Aged care providers who deliver specific services that meet diverse needs may apply for specialisation verification.

In 2025, the Hearing Services Program surveyed a representative sample of program clients to find out how well the program is meeting their needs. This document summarises the survey findings.

This application form is used to apply for Specialisation Verification status for Care Leavers, including Forgotten Australians and former child migrants placed in out of home care. It aligns with the updated Specialisation Verification Framework.

This application form is used to apply for Specialisation Verification status for people who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of experiencing homelessness. It aligns with the updated Specialisation Verification Framework.

This application form is used to apply for Specialisation Verification status for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Persons, including Stolen Generations. It aligns with the updated Specialisation Verification Framework.

This application form is used to apply for Specialisation Verification status for parents and children who are separated by forced adoption or removal. It aligns with the updated Specialisation Verification Framework.