Addiction Treatment and Superannuation:
How Australians Can Benefit
Did you know that Australians are the third largest client group by country here at The Dawn? A key reason Aussies seek treatment abroad are the long waitlists to access addiction treatment in Australia. As addiction is a serious, life-threatening condition that requires immediate care, many clients realise that putting off rehab is not an option.
Our clients are drawn to The Dawn because of our professional reputation, our holistic, personalised approach to treatment, and the cost-effectiveness of our programme compared to private treatment options in Australia. While The Dawn is more affordable, we find many of our clients have not financially prepared for emergency treatment and choose to access their superannuation savings to fund their rehab, or to pay for a loved one’s treatment.
Accessing Your Superannuation Plan
- Start the process online via the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) website to apply for early access to medical treatment on compassionate grounds.
- Schedule an appointment to speak with your doctor regarding your need for treatment and your desire to tap into your superannuation for the cost.
- Your general practitioner will need to write a letter or fill out a form stating your medical condition and why treatment is necessary. They should also refer you to a specialist, who will also need to write a letter or fill out a form in support of your treatment.
- Contact The Dawn to get a letter from us confirming your acceptance into our programme and a quote or unpaid invoice for treatment fees.
- Following the review of the supporting documents, fees for treatment will be released into your bank account.
You are welcome to contact our Admissions Team, who have experience in dealing with Australian superannuation, for guidance as to how to go about the process of early access to you Super. Our staff can help answer any questions you might have, and assist with your preparation for treatment. We look forward to working together with you as you discover a new future at The Dawn.
