Childhood safety
Information and resources to help you keep your child safe.
Foster Child Health Care Card
A concession card to get cheaper medicines and some discounts.
Parental means test for the Assistance for Isolated Children Scheme
Under the scheme, only Additional Boarding Allowance is income tested.
Age requirements for Assistance for Isolated Children
Your child must meet the age requirements.
Geographically isolated conditions for Assistance for Isolated Children
You’re geographically isolated in certain situations.
Social work services for your mental health
We can help you access mental health support services in certain circumstances.
Qld Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, Mar 2025 - Disaster Recovery Allowance
Support that was available if you lost income as a direct result of Queensland Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred that started in March 2025.
Who can get Qld Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, Mar 2025 - Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment
You must meet eligibility rules to get Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP).
Non-parent carer applying for child support
If you provide care for a child and aren’t the parent, you may be able to receive child support from both parents. You must apply for a child support assessment.
NSW Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, Mar 2025 - Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment
A lump sum payment that was available to help people affected by New South Wales Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred that started in March 2025.