Most useful information for caring for elderly

Access to information

Providing you a number of ways to access documents and the information we have.

What adjusted taxable income is

We use your adjusted taxable income to work out your eligibility for some payments, concessions or services.

Transitional rate of pension

The transitional rate started in 2009. It's for pensioners who would get a lower pension rate if we used the new income test.

Financial investments

The value of your financial investments counts in the assets test and income test for payments from us.

1. Top payments
2. Carer Allowance

Who can get Carer Allowance

To get this payment, both you and the person you care for need to meet some rules.

Proof of Life compliance reviews if you’re older than 80 and live overseas

If you’re older than 80 and live outside Australia you may need to complete a Proof of Life Certificate form.

Employment income reporting

You must tell us the gross employment income you and your partner get so we can pay you the right amount.

1. Top payments
2. Carer Payment

Who can get Carer Payment

To get Carer Payment, both you and the person you provide care for need to be eligible.

1. Separated parents
2. Most useful information

Separation details form (MOD S)

Use this form to let us know you’ve separated from your partner.

1. Asset types
2. Gifting

How much you can gift

Your payment may be affected if you gift more than the value of the gifting free area each year.