The three stages of the Life Ready program
Early years - Strengthening the family unit
It’s about foundation building to get through the everyday and put plans in place for the future.
Primary years - Opening up your child's world
Confidence building and aiding in how to socialise and make choices. Giving them confidence to step out into the world.
High school and beyond - Discover the future
Cementing their belief in their future and the skills to take hold of opportunities and choices in front of them.
Testimonial: Haya, age 11
Question. How would you describe the Life Ready Program in three words?
Belong - I have a group of people that don't judge me where I can be myself.
Freedom - I now believe I can choose the future I want, rather than being told what I can do.
Rights - I now know I can stand up for myself and what I want. I feel more.
How we approach working together
Our Life Ready Program gives your family access to a team of paediatric experts, trained specifically for helping children and young people who are blind or have low vision. You can engage with our experts with confidence as Vision Australia is a registered NDIS provider.
Family first
Our inclusive, whole-of-family approach addresses the emotions, challenges and opportunities that come with the diagnosis of a vision condition for your child.
Online content
We offer a wide range of online resources for children and families through the Vision Australia Learning Hub, Spotify and the Vision Australia Library.
Experts on hand
Access to a team of paediatric experts trained in unique strategies for blindness and low vision, in the one place, working together.
Access Vision Australia’s online resources for families
Vision Australia offers a wide range of online learning resources designed specifically for parents and guardians of children who are blind or have low vision. You can access Vision Australia’s online resources for children and families through the Vision Australia Learning Hub, Spotify and the Vision Australia Library.
Visit the Vision Australia Learning Hub
Browse our complete catalogue of resources for families.
Visit the Vision Australia Learning Hub
How to use Vision Australia Learning Hub
Find out how to register and access our suite of resources.
How to use Vision Australia Learning Hub
Resources on Spotify
Listen to all of Vision Australia's online learning resources on Spotify
Resources on Spotify
Vision Australia Library
Easily access Vision Australia's resources through the Vision Australia Library
Vision Australia LibraryReady to get started?
The earlier you start your journey with Life Ready the sooner we can support you and your child to reach their full potential.
Complete a service request enquiry or give us a call on 1300 84 74 66.
Download our brochure
Vision Australia's Life Ready program. Accessible PDF (4.3 MB).
Download Life Ready program brochureChildren with complex needs
Q. Does Vision Australia work with children with multiple disabilities?
A. Absolutely. It is not uncommon for kids with low vision or blindness to have additional needs. We take pride in working with teams of specialists inside and outside of Vision Australia to address all of your needs and ensuring that your child is future ready. You may be interested in accessing our experts who have experience and knowledge in working with cortical/cerebral visual impairment.
Q. Does Vision Australia work with children with deafblindness/dual sensory loss?
A. Some children with low vision or blindness are also hard of hearing or deaf, and may identify as a child with deafblindness. At Vision Australia, we consider it essential to view your child holistically, not just looking at their vision. You may be interested in accessing our experts who have experience and knowledge in working with deafblindness. We are also piloting new services to improve our support for children with deafblindness.
How do I pay for services?
Funding can help you access the services, supports and products you want and need, and there are a number of types of funding available.
NDIS
The National Disability Insurance Scheme lets you choose the support and services you want to live the life you choose.
Learn more about NDIS funding