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.
More support for people affected by Victoria Bushfires, January 2026
If you’ve been affected by this disaster we have Disaster Recovery Allowance (DRA) to help you.
Frequency of Assistance for Isolated Children payments
Assistance for Isolated Children payments are made per term or fortnight depending on the payment type.
Victoria Bushfires, January 2026 support
If you’ve been directly affected by this disaster, we have Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP) to help you.
How much NSW East Coast Severe Weather and Flooding, May 2025 - AGDRP you can get
Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment is a lump sum payment.
Cleft and craniofacial conditions
Medicare benefits to help with treatment costs for cleft and craniofacial conditions.
Assistance for Isolated Children if you get other payments
If you get another payment from us, you may also get the Assistance for Isolated Children payment.
Social work services if you’re experiencing violence
If you’re experiencing family and domestic violence, we can help you access certain services.
How to manage your Assistance for Isolated Children payment
Your options and obligations for Assistance for Isolated Children.
Child Wellbeing subsidy amount
You’ll be able to access 100 hours of subsidised care each fortnight for the child.