Spectacles supply scheme - eligibility
The Spectacle Supply Scheme (SSS) assists eligible Queensland residents by providing a comprehensive range of free basic spectacles. As from 1 January 2008 Queensland Health administers SSS through the Medical Aids Subsidy Scheme (MASS) replacing the previous application process. MASS aims to benefit clients by streamlining the application process for spectacles through SSS.
Who is eligible?
To be eligible for SSS you must:
Be a permanent resident in Queensland; and
Hold, in your own name, one of the following concession cards continuously for a minimum period of six months immediately before you apply:
- Pensioner Concession Card
- Health Care Card
- Queensland Seniors Card; and
Have a clinical need for spectacles based on changes to your eyesight as determined by your optometrist or ophthamologist.
You will be required to complete a Medical Aids Subsidy Scheme (MASS) Client Consent - Proxy Access to Centrelink Information declaration to enable SSS to confirm administrative eligibility.
What happens if I am not eligible?
If you are not eligible through SSS you will be told the reason for the decision. If you disagree with the service you have received, you may appeal the decision. Clients who are not eligible through SSS will need to privately purchase any required spectacles from an optometrist.
How often can I have new spectacles?
You are eligible to apply for new spectacles through SSS every two (2) years.
Further Information
If you have questions concerning any aspect of SSS, please telephone 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84), refer to Spectacles or contact the SSS team on (07) 3136 3636.