Caring for myself while caring for someone
If you care for someone, it’s important to make sure you’re also taking care of yourself. There’s support available to help you do this.
How to manage Carer Payment
When we’ll contact you about your options for Carer Payment.
Change of circumstances while getting Carer Payment
We need to know about changes as they could increase, reduce or stop your Carer Payment.
Child to adult transfer for Carer Payment and/or Carer Allowance form (SA432)
Use this form if you cannot complete the Child to Adult Transfer online to tell us about the level of care you personally provide for a person who is turning 16 years.
Victoria Bushfires, January 2026 - Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment
A lump sum payment to help people affected by Victoria bushfires that started in January 2026.
What are the alternative names for essential medical equipment
Sometimes eligible medical equipment for the Essential Medical Equipment Payment (EMEP) might have a different name.
Evidence for Essential Medical Equipment Payment
We may ask you for some evidence to prove you’re eligible for an Essential Medical Equipment Payment (EMEP).
While you wait for your Carer Payment claim
There are some things you can do while you wait to hear about your Carer Payment claim.
Travel outside Australia rules for Carer Payment
There are rules about when you can get Carer Payment when you or the person you care for travel outside Australia. You must meet the Carer Payment rules at all times.
Change of circumstances when you get Carer Allowance
We need to know about changes as they could increase, reduce or stop your Carer Allowance or Carer Allowance Health Care Card.