The Isolated Patients Travel and Accommodation Assistance Scheme is available to Kiama residents forced to travel for specialist and allied healthcare not available locally.
Since August 2022, its 75 dollars a night for accommodation and 40 cents per kilometre if travelling in a private vehicle.
However, full subsidies are also available with taxi vouchers and even the total cost of economy air fares if approved.
To learn more, ring 1800 478227 or search online for IPTAAS or contact the Illawarra Shoalhaven Health District.