Who can get Carer Allowance
To get this payment, both you and the person you care for need to meet some rules.
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.
Residence rules for Carer Allowance
To be eligible for Carer Allowance you must meet the residence rules.
Rules for the person you care for to get Carer Payment
The person you care for must meet rules for you to get Carer Payment.
Income and assets test for Carer Payment
Your rate of Carer Payment depends on what you get paid and own. The person you provide care for also has to have income and assets under certain limits.
How much Carer Allowance you can get
Carer Allowance is $159.30 each fortnight.
Who can get Carer Payment
To get Carer Payment, both you and the person you provide care for need to be eligible.
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.
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.
Get financial support while caring with Carer Allowance
You may be eligible for Carer Allowance if you provide daily care for someone with a disability, medical condition, or who is frail aged.