VOSS Changes 2014 – From 1 May 2014 VOSS is now managed by the QLD Health Medical Aids Subsidy Scheme

May 04, 2014 | News and MediaWatch | evolutio | 0 Comment

Evolution OT continues to act as a provider and prescriber under the VOSS scheme. Our registration has been transferred across, and we are raring to go. We can support both driver and passenger modifications, so please contact us today to discuss your needs and how we can help. As a refresher, here is the scheme information below:

The Vehicle Options Subsidy Scheme (VOSS) offers subsidies to assist people with a disability to buy and modify private vehicles. The scheme provides financial assistance towards:

purchase of a private vehicle (already modified or suitable to be modified)
private vehicle modifications or accessories
driver training
detailed assessment and prescription by a registered VOSS prescriber.

You can choose to apply either as a driver or as a passenger in a car driven by a family member or carer.

Eligibility

To access assistance under VOSS, you must:

be a Queensland resident
be under 65 years of age
have a permanent disability with a reduced capacity for communication, social interaction, learning, mobility or self-care/management.

You are not eligible if you are entitled to assistance from other government-funded programs, or compensation related to your disability.

The Department of Communities, Child Safety and Disability Services (DCCSDS) determines if you are eligible for VOSS. Contact your local DCCSDS service centre for assessment and referral.

Subsidy amounts and criteria

VOSS will provide subsidy funding up to a set amount for 5 years. The subsidy amount varies according to the type of assistance required. These limits and the assessment criteria are listed in the Subsidy Levels section of the Vehicle Options Subsidy Scheme Guidelines (PDF, 393KB).

If your vehicle or modifications cost more than the subsidy amount, you will need to pay the extra money. VOSS does not cover motor vehicle repairs, ongoing running or maintenance costs.

How to apply

Once you have been assessed by DCCSDS, they will send a referral to the Medical Aids Subsidy Scheme (MASS), who will contact you and recommend a registered VOSS prescriber. The prescriber will help you to choose a suitable vehicle for purchase and/or modifications, and to complete and submit the application form.

There are two types of applications:

VOSS Driver Application (PDF, 415KB) – for people who drive the car themselves
VOSS Passenger Application (PDF, 391KB)– for people who will be a passenger in a car driven by a family member or carer.

If your application is approved, MASS will contact you and your prescriber to purchase the vehicle or modifications you have decided on.

More information

Contact VOSS for information about applying for funding:

Phone: 1300 443 570
Email: MASS-VOSS@health.qld.gov.au

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