Companion Card Guides
Your first outing with a Companion Card
A simple planning sequence for choosing an activity, checking arrangements and keeping your first card booking manageable.
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Useful information.
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Browse practical guides to access, travel, independent living and support. Start with the question that matters to you.
Companion Card essentials
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The practical collection
Carer Resources
Planning a day out with a carer or companion
Agree on the practical details while keeping the person, their choices and the purpose of the outing at the centre.
Disability Support
Finding disability support: where to start
Turn a broad search for support into clearer questions, useful official starting points and conversations with potential providers.
Assistive Technology
Choosing assistive technology around your everyday needs
A clear set of questions about goals, trials, training, costs and ongoing support before choosing equipment or technology.
Home Modifications
A practical starting point for home accessibility
Map the daily routines that matter before discussing home modifications, equipment or a move.
Accessible Hotels
Questions to ask before booking an accessible hotel room
Move beyond the room label and get the details you need about arrival, bathrooms, beds and everyday access.
Accessible Travel Australia
Planning an accessible trip in Australia
Connect transport, accommodation, activities and support into a travel plan that suits your needs and your pace.
Accessibility
Planning an event people can take part in
Build access into the invitation, booking process, venue and event day, with practical questions for organisers.
Accessibility
What to ask before visiting a new venue
A practical access checklist for the journey in, the experience itself and a comfortable trip home.