Request a smoke alarm for the deaf and hard of hearing
People living with a disability (under 65 years, or under 50 for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) may be eligible for government funding to help pay for a specialised smoke alarm. To find out more about the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), visit the website here: www.ndis.gov.au [external link]
For the elderly (65 and over or 50 and over for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) may be eligible for funding to through My Aged Care. Phone 1800 200 422 or visit www.myagedcare.gov.au [external link].
If any member of the public doesn't qualify for either of the above programs, please fill out the form below to request a specialised smoke alarm.
For assistance, contact the Fire and Rescue NSW Community Safety Coordinator, Ageing & Disabilities via email: ceu@fire.nsw.gov.au