2.1Participation in the Scheme by veterans in receipt of certain pensions

2.1—Participation in the Scheme by veterans in receipt of certain pensions

2.1.1 Application for approval to participate in the Scheme

A veteran who is in receipt of a pension at the rate provided for in section 23 or 24 of the Act or invalidity service pension under Division 4 of Part III of the Act may apply to participate in the Scheme, as provided in this Chapter, by making an application: (a) in writing; and (b) if a form is approved by the Commission for that purpose—in the form; and (c) accompanied by authorisation from the veteran for the Secretary to obtain information, relevant to the application, concerning the veteran from health care providers, including the service known as Open Arms – Veterans & Families Counselling.