Mutual obligation requirements for principal carers
These are tasks and activities you agree to do to keep getting your payment. They give you a better chance of finding work.
Supporting documents for the Essential Medical Equipment Payment
When you claim the Essential Medical Equipment Payment (EMEP), we’ll ask you for some documents to support your claim.
How to claim Essential Medical Equipment Payment
Complete the following steps to claim Essential Medical Equipment Payment (EMEP). Before you start, check if you can get it.
How to manage Carer Allowance
Understand your options and obligations for Carer Allowance.
What you get with an Ex-Carer Allowance (Child) Health Care Card
The Ex-Carer Allowance (Child) Health Care Card gives you discounts.
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.
Eligible equipment for Essential Medical Equipment Payment
You can only get the Essential Medical Equipment Payment (EMEP) if you use certain equipment in your home.
Residence rules for Carer Payment
To be eligible for Carer Payment you must meet the residence rules.
Rules for caring for multiple people and get Carer Payment
When you care for multiple people there are different rules for Carer Payment
How to claim Carer Payment
Complete the following steps to claim Carer Payment. Before you start, check if you can get it.