A guide for AAC users
The Employment Assistance Fund provides financial help to eligible people with disability to purchase work-related modifications, equipment, and services.
Covers costs for workplace modifications, assistive technology, and specialist services.
Available to both job seekers and current employees with disability.
Can fund AAC devices, software, and training for workplace communication.
Follow these steps to apply for EAF funding as an AAC user.
Call the JobAccess team on 1800 464 800 or submit an online enquiry. Let them know you are an AAC user and require communication support.
A qualified workplace assessor will visit your workplace to identify what modifications or equipment you need. For AAC users, this includes evaluating your communication needs in the work environment.
The workplace assessor submits a report with recommendations. Your employer (or you, if self-employed) submits the application with the required documentation.
Once approved, you can purchase the approved items. Keep all receipts and submit them for reimbursement. Training and services can be arranged directly.
Keep records of how your current communication methods affect your work tasks and what improvements would help.
Your employer needs to support the application. Discuss how AAC funding benefits the workplace and improves productivity.
Disability Employment Services (DES) providers can help with the application process. Ask about communication support options.
1800 464 800
Monday to Friday
8am - 6pm AEST
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