Caring for older Australians
Information and resources to help you care for an older Australian.
Aged care claim for financial hardship assistance form (SA462)
Use this form to claim financial hardship assistance for your aged care costs.
Choosing between Carer Payment and Age Pension
In some situations, you can choose to get Carer Payment or Age Pension.
Start or end group payment arrangement form (SS270)
Use this form to start or end your payment going to an organisation approved for group payment arrangements, such as an aged care home, hospital or hostel.
Overdrawn bank account
You can get help to access your money if you have an overdrawn bank account.
How to transfer to Age Pension online
Complete the following steps to transfer to Age Pension. Before you start, check if you can get it.
Who can get the Continence Aids Payment Scheme
You need to meet eligibility for the Continence Aids Payment Scheme (CAPS).
Examples of working while getting Carer Payment
Understand how taking time off caring could affect your Carer Payment.
Who can get Carer Adjustment Payment
To get this payment there are rules you need to meet.
Who can get Essential Medical Equipment Payment and how much you can get
To get the Essential Medical Equipment Payment (EMEP) you must meet the eligibility requirements.