News, Updates and Events
On 5 June 2025, Department of Health, Disability and Ageing confirmed that the commencement date of Support at Home is 1 November 2025 and will replace the existing Home Care Packages (HCP) Program and Short-Term Restorative Care (STRC) Programme.
The MASS Expansion pilot project will cease on 30 June 2025. The current project funding has not been extended. Application Deadline – 2 May 2025.
Queensland Health is launching an exciting pilot expansion of the Medical Aids Subsidy Scheme to improve access to essential assistive technology for some of the state’s most vulnerable residents.
MASS Equipment Services is commencing a new Standing Offer Arrangement (MSHHS122552) for approved equipment (Daily Living and Mobility Aids) from 1 July 2024.
The Static Bathing and Toileting Aids (BTA) application process has been updated in MASS-eApply. These categories are included within the MASS-eApply forms – Daily Living Aids and Mobility Equipment or Daily Living Aids and Mobility Equipment – Short Form.
MASS-eApply has a new form: Daily Living Aids and Mobility Equipment – Short Form. This form can be used to submit application requests for basic items that are on SOA only, including: Static or 3-in-1 commodes, over toilet aids, bath transfer benches, swivel bathseats, static shower chairs or stools, and wheeled walking aids.