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Supporting independence with assistive technology and travel assistance across NSW.

Learn more about EnableNSW
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How we help

EnableNSW provides assistive technology and support services to help people with health needs live safely and independently at home. We also provide financial assistance for people who need to travel long distances to access specialised medical treatments not available locally.

Our work ensures that people across NSW can access the right equipment, services, and support, when and where they need it most. By supporting people at home, we help NSW Health focus on delivering the best possible care in hospitals.

Our services

We provide a range of programs and support services designed to help people participate fully at home and in their community.

Assistive technology programs:

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Aids and Equipment Program (AEP)

Support with appropriate assistive technology for daily living, such as compression garments, speech generating devices, wigs, and personal alarm alerting systems.

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Equipment Allocation Program (EAP)

Standard stock items for self-care and mobility equipment that can be returned, refurbished and reallocated, such as beds, wheelchairs, scooters, and walkers.

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Prosthetic Limb Service (PLS)

Funding for the provision of artificial limbs for eligible people across NSW.

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Home Respiratory Program (HRP)

Respiratory equipment including oxygen concentrators, CPAP machines, ventilators, and consumables to support independence at home.

Support services:

Travel assistance (IPTAAS)

Financial assistance for travel and accommodation to access specialist treatment not available locally.

Away from Home Haemodialysis (AFHH)

Funding up to three dialysis sessions per year at participating private units across Australia.

Specialised Equipment Essential for Discharge (SEED)

Essential equipment for people with newly sustained spinal or brain injuries.

Safe and Supported at Home (SASH)

Home modifications for people under 65 with functional impairments to safely manage their condition at home.

Home Ventilation Program (HVP)

Equipment and care support for people reliant on mechanical ventilation.

Continence assistance

Support for people requiring continence aids.

Repairs and maintenance

Funding for servicing and reasonable repairs of items supplied by EnableNSW.

Are you eligible?

Check our Eligibility Indicator to see if you qualify.

Eligibility Indicator
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Real people, real impact

Meet Morgan. EnableNSW has been by his side for over a decade, helping him thrive safely at home with his family.

Morgan has benefited from a range of equipment supplied by EnableNSW to live safely and happily at home.
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The role of NSW Health organisations

EnableNSW operates as part of NSW Health, working closely with Local Health Districts, Specialty Networks, and the Ministry of Health.

Together, we ensure access to safe, sustainable, and equitable assistive technology services across the state.

How we work together

Ministry of Health

Sets policy, monitors performance, and represents NSW in national discussions.

EnableNSW

Provides assistive technologies for long-term loan, including individually made items. Manages service delivery, eligibility, and repairs.

Local Health Districts and Specialty Networks

Provides assistive technologies for short-term loan. Manages Equipment Loan Pools and deliver locally run services.

Steering Committee

Provides oversight, strategic advice, and reviews performance statewide.

Ownership of equipment

Assistive technologies provided on loan remain the property of NSW Health (except individually made items and consumables). This ensures equitable access and sustainability.

Assistive Technology Policy Directive

Types of assistive technology

NSW Health organisations need to maintain a schedule of the types of assistive technology that they provide.

Adding equipment

Must meet a clear health need, be clinically supported, cost-effective, and budgeted.

Removing equipment

Can occur if demand is low, items are unsafe, or best practice no longer supports their use.

Repairs and refurbishment

Loaned items are repaired, cleaned, and reissued if safe and cost effective.

Moving interstate

Equipment can be returned, or in some cases transferred to equivalent programs in other states.

Donated assistive technology

NSW Health may accept donated equipment, which is assessed, refurbished, and reissued where safe and appropriate.

Careers that change lives

EnableNSW isn’t just about equipment and funding – it’s about improving lives. Every team member plays a vital part in ensuring people across NSW can live with dignity, independence, and safety.

Join us and help shape a healthier future for our communities.

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Partnering for patients

We support the NSW Health system to focus on what matters most – delivering exceptional care to patients.