Caring for older Australians
Information and resources to help you care for an older Australian.
Choosing between Carer Payment and Age Pension
In some situations, you can choose to get Carer Payment or Age Pension.
Who can get the Continence Aids Payment Scheme
You need to meet eligibility for the Continence Aids Payment Scheme (CAPS).
Residence rules for Carer Allowance
To be eligible for Carer Allowance you must meet the residence rules.
Who can get Qld Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, Mar 2025 - Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment
You must meet eligibility rules to get Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP).
Carer Allowance rules for the person you care for
To get this payment, both you and the person you care for need to meet some rules.
Advance payment
You may get part of your income support payment or Family Tax Benefit (Part A) early. This is an advance payment. You pay it back later out of your payments from us.
Carer Payment and/or Carer Allowance Medical Report for a person 16 years or over form (SA332A)
Use this form as part of the assessment of eligibility for Carer Payment, Carer Allowance or Special Disability Trust beneficiary status.
Who can get Carer Allowance
To get this payment, both you and the person you care for need to meet some rules.
How much Carer Allowance you can get
Carer Allowance is $159.30 each fortnight.