Caring for older Australians
Information and resources to help you care for an older Australian.
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.
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.
Understanding your work hours summary
How to understand your work hours summary in your Centrelink online account.
Supporting documents for the Essential Medical Equipment Payment
When you claim the Essential Medical Equipment Payment (EMEP), we’ll ask you for some documents to support your claim.
How to claim Carer Adjustment Payment
You need to complete a form to claim Carer Adjustment Payment.
Who can get Child Disability Assistance Payment
To get this payment, you need to be getting Carer Allowance for a child younger than 16 for a period that includes 1 July.
Carer Payment - Income and assets details - child or children being cared for - under 16 years form (SA304(C))
Use this form to tell us about your and your partner’s income and assets if you’re the parent or legal guardian caring for a child under the age of 16.
Electronic messaging
A service that lets you get important text messages or emails from us. You don’t need an online account for this.
Payments and support for Indigenous Australians
We have a range of payments and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.