Applying for a Companion Card The client must obtain the application form from the Companion Card website; http://www.companioncard.org.au/downloads/1709008-companion-card-application-form-web.pdf If they are able, clients are able to complete the form themselves or with the assistance of another person (friend, family member, service provider etc.) Items 1-7 are personal details The client must also provide two passport sized (45mm x 35 mm) photos, they must be identical, colour, of the head and shoulders only and printed on photo paper It must be signed by the client, their legal guardian or their agent if they have one Items 1-8 and 11 must be filled out Item if the applicant receives any of the services or supports outlined in item 9; the manager of the service completes item If they not receive any of those outlined in item 9; their health professional must complete item 10 Program managers are the relevant person to fill out item Health professionals for item 10 can be; doctors, registered nurses, physiotherapists, psychologist, occupational therapist, social worker or speech pathologist Send the completed form to; Companion Card Applications G.P.O BOX 4987, Melbourne VIC 3001