How much you can get on the Continence Aids Payment Scheme
Information about how much you can get, how we pay and why it won’t count as income.
Payments while outside Australia
To get your payment or concession card while outside Australia, you must continue to meet the qualification rules at all times.
How to apply for the Continence Aids Payment Scheme
Complete the following steps to apply for the Continence Aids Payment Scheme (CAPS).
Income test for a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
You must meet an income test to get a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card.
Support at Home calculation of your cost of care form (SA456)
Use this form to give us your financial details. Don’t use this form if you get a relevant income support payment.
Residence rules for a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
To be eligible for the Commonwealth Seniors Health Card you must meet the residence rules.
New Zealand citizens claiming payments in Australia
If you’re a New Zealand citizen living in Australia you may be eligible to get Centrelink payments or concession cards.
Benefits of a Pensioner Concession Card
With a Pensioner Concession Card (PCC) you can get cheaper medicine, bulk billed doctor visits and help with hearing services.
How much Qld Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, Mar 2025 - Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment you can get
Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment is a lump sum payment.
Residential aged care calculation of your cost of care form (SA457)
Use this form to give us your financial details. Don’t use this form if you get a relevant income support payment.