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Life Support Rebate

NSW Government · Checked 2026-10-16

The Life Support Rebate provides financial assistance to households where a resident requires the use of approved energy-intensive life support equipment, such as home dialysis, ventilators, or oxygen concentrators. The rebate is designed to help cover the electricity costs associated with running this necessary medical equipment.

Form of value

Bill discount

Indicative value

Rebate amount depending on the equipment type used.

Current availability

Available to eligible retail and embedded network customers in NSW.

Before you act: Applications are currently open. Embedded network customers should note the program deadline of 30 June 2027.

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Preliminary eligibility check

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Must be named on the electricity account.
Must have been assessed by a registered medical practitioner to verify the use of approved life support equipment is required at their principal place of residence.
Must use approved energy-intensive life support equipment at home.

Next step

Retail customers should download the application form, have their medical practitioner complete the declaration, and submit it to their electricity retailer. Embedded network customers can apply online or by post.

You may need: Completed Life Support Rebate application form, Medical practitioner declaration, Electricity account details, Most recent electricity bill or invoice (for embedded network customers).

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Source owner: NSW Government · Official page

Rule last checked 2026-10-16 · Verified editorial record

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