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How the scheme can help
The scheme seeks to acknowledge harm done to people who experienced child sexual abuse.
People can access the following redress through the scheme:
- counselling services
- a direct personal response from the responsible institution
- a redress payment.
How will redress affect other government payments
Redress payments are exempt from:
- Commonwealth debt recovery
- income tests for government payments.
There's no income tax on redress payments. Payments are protected from creditors where a person is bankrupt.
A redress payment doesn’t count as income. However the money in a bank account can be part of the assets test for government payments.
People who get money from redress can use the Moneysmart website for tools to help them manage their money.
Where to find more information
The National Redress Scheme website has more information about:
- who is eligible
- support services available
- institutions who are part of the scheme.
People can also call the National Redress Scheme line on 1800 737 377, Monday to Friday 8 am - 5 pm local time (excluding public holidays).