Caring for older Australians
Information and resources to help you care for an older Australian.
Medicare online account help - Get your own Medicare card and number
Instructions on how to get your own Medicare card and number using your Medicare online account.
Taking time off work if you’re caring for a child or adult
You may need to take time off work to care for someone. We have payments and services to help you.
Payments and support for Indigenous Australians
We have a range of payments and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.
How much Child Disability Assistance Payment you can get
You can get up to $1,000 each year for each child who qualifies you for Carer Allowance.
Travel outside Australia rules for Carer Allowance
There are rules about when you can get Carer Allowance when you or the person you are caring for travel outside Australia. You must meet the Carer Allowance rules at all times.
Executor/Administrator Request for information form (SS524)
Use this form to request information from us regarding a deceased person.
Breaks from caring when you get Carer Allowance
You can still get Carer Allowance if you take a break from providing care or your care receiver is in hospital.
How to get Child Disability Assistance Payment
You don’t need to claim for Child Disability Assistance Payment. If you’re eligible, we’ll pay it straight into your bank account.
Claim for Ex-Carer Allowance (Child) - Health Care Card form (SS456)
Use this form to apply for a Health Care Card in your own name if you are a full time student 25 or younger and your carer previously had a card for you.