Caring for a child with disability as they get older
There may be different things you need to consider as your child with disability gets older. There’s information and support to help you.
Carer Payment and Carer Allowance review of care provided - Caring for a person 16 years or over form (SA010)
Use this form to tell us about the level of care you personally provide for a person 16 years or over.
Examples of working while getting Carer Payment
Understand how taking time off caring could affect your Carer Payment.
How much Carer Adjustment Payment you can get
You can get a one-off payment to help care for your child.
When and how to tell us about overseas travel if you get Carer Payment
When you get Carer Payment, you may need to tell us if you or the person you care for are leaving Australia.
Evidence for Essential Medical Equipment Payment
We may ask you for some evidence to prove you’re eligible for an Essential Medical Equipment Payment (EMEP).
How much Carer Supplement you can get
Carer Supplement is an annual payment of $600 for each eligible payment you get. You’ll get this on top of your regular payment.
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.
How to claim Carer Allowance
Complete the following steps to claim Carer Allowance. Before you start, check if you can get it.
Carer Allowance - Medical Report for a child under 16 years form (SA426)
Use this form as part of the assessment of eligibility for Carer Allowance.