Section 39 of DRCA [2]provides that where a client has suffered an injury or illness resulting in an impairment, and they are undertaking a rehabilitation program or been assessed as not able to undertake a rehabilitation program; the rehabilitation authority may pay compensation for the cost of:
that are reasonably required due to the nature of the client's impairment.
A written assessment by a suitably qualified person, such as an Occupational Therapist or treating medical practitioner, should be obtained prior to a delegate determining that compensation is payable under the provisions of section 39.
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[1] https://clik.dva.gov.au/user/login?destination=comment/reply/78496%23comment-form
[2] https://www.legislation.gov.au/Series/C1988A00156