While you wait for Carer Allowance
There are some things you can do while you wait for your Carer Allowance claim outcome.
Claim for Special Employment Advance form (SU514)
Use this form to claim a special employment advance.
Breaks from caring when you get Carer Payment
You can still get Carer Payment if you take a break from providing care.
Income specific to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians
If you or your partner earn an income or someone gives you money from any source, you need to let us know.
Who should apply for an aged care calculation of your cost of care
You should apply for an aged care calculation of your cost of care if you’re thinking about accessing aged care services. You can also apply if you’re getting aged care services.
Who can get Qld Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, Mar 2025 - Disaster Recovery Allowance
You must meet eligibility rules to get Disaster Recovery Allowance (DRA).
How to apply for aged care calculation your cost care by form
If you can't apply online, complete the following steps to get an aged care calculation of your cost of care by using a form.
What the Qld Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, Mar 2025 - Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment is
Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP) is a lump sum payment to help you if you’ve been directly affected by this declared disaster.
Nth Qld Floods, Jan - Feb 2025 - Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment
A lump sum payment to help people affected by North Queensland floods that started in January - February 2025.
Veteran Payment affects your income support payment
Information to help you make a choice between Veteran Payment and an income support payment.