Steps to claim financial hardship assistance with aged care costs
Complete the following steps to claim aged care financial hardship assistance.
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.
Proof of Life compliance reviews if you’re older than 80 and live overseas
If you’re older than 80 and live outside Australia you may need to complete a Proof of Life Certificate form.
Carer Payment and Carer Allowance - Medical Report for a child under 16 years form (SA431)
Use this form as part of the assessment of eligibility for Carer Payment, Carer Allowance or Special Disability Trust beneficiary status.
Managing your payment Continence Aids Payment Scheme
What you need to do and the options you have to manage your payment.
How much you can get on the Continence Aids Payment Scheme
Information about how much you can get, how we pay and why it won’t count as income.
Claim for Special Employment Advance form (SU514)
Use this form to claim a special employment advance.
How gifting can affect your payment
If you or your partner gift money, income or assets, we may assess it in your income and assets tests.
Granny flat interest
A granny flat interest is an agreement for accommodation for life. It can affect your eligibility or rate of payment and we may include it in your assets test.
When gifting exceptions apply
We have some exceptions to how we assess gifting.