Other forms you may need to complete - Carer Allowance
When you make your claim for Carer Allowance, we may ask you to give us more information.
Real estate income
This is lease or rent money you get from a property you own. It counts in your income test.
Breaks from caring when you get Carer Payment
You can still get Carer Payment if you take a break from providing care or the person getting care is in hospital.
Residence rules for the Continence Aids Payment Scheme
To be eligible for the Continence Aids Payment Scheme you must meet residency requirements.
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).
How much Carer Supplement you can get
Carer Supplement is an annual payment of $600 for each eligible payment you get. You’ll get this on top of your regular payment.
Income and assets test for Carer Payment
Your rate of Carer Payment depends on what you get paid in income and own in assets. The person you provide care for also has to have income and assets under certain limits.
Residence rules for Carer Payment
To be eligible for Carer Payment you must meet the residence rules.
Paying tax on a Centrelink payment
You may have to pay income tax on your taxable Centrelink payments.
How to claim Carer Allowance
Complete the following steps to claim Carer Allowance. Before you start, check if you can get it.