Qualifying for the Commonwealth Senior Health Card

Australia offers its elderly what is called a Seniors Card, but only certain seniors qualify. Your eligibility will depend on when you were born.

For example, in 2017 the qualifying age will be slowly raised to 67 from 65. Some seniors may also be eligible for a Commonwealth Senior Health Card, or CSHC.

These cards give Australian seniors certain discounts on prescription meds. The card also makes seniors eligible for government assistance with their telephone costs.

If you are considered a self-fund retiree, you will likely qualify for the CSHC. The widows of war veterans who don't already have a Pensioner Concession Card may also qualify.