Palmy Companion Card information
People with an impairment have a right to equal participation in the community (places, spaces, and information) without discrimination.
The Palmy Companion Card is designed to provide equity in ticketing expenses for people with life-long impairments who may need additional support by a companion to participate in ordinary activities at partnering venues and activities.
To receive a Palmy Companion Card, a person must:
- Be a permanent resident or citizen of New Zealand.
- Reside within the Palmerston North City boundary.
- Be a person with life-long impairments who may need additional Attendant Companion Support to participate in ordinary activities at partnering venues and activities.
Attendant Companion Support definition
Attendant Companion Support means you require significant assistance with mobility, communication, self-care, or learning, where the use of aids, equipment or alternative strategies does not enable you to carry out these tasks. The Palmy Companion Card will not be issued for conditions with infrequent or unexpected events such as allergic reactions, falls or medical emergencies.
The Palmy Companion Card is not issued to every person with an impairment. The card is issued to individuals with life-long impairments who may need additional Attendant Companion Support to participate in ordinary activities at partnering venues and activities.
The diagnosis of a medical condition or the presence of an impairment does not automatically qualify a person for a Palmy Companion Card. The impairment needs to be permanent, and a card cannot be issued if improvement is possible. Attendant Companion Support does not include providing reassurance or encouragement nor can it be for infrequent or unexpected events or medical emergencies.
A friend, family member, or paid carer may be an Attendant Companion Support.
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