Relationship details form (SS284)
Use this form to provide us details of your living arrangements. This is so we can assess whether to pay you as a single person or as a member of a couple.
Lump sums while on income support
A lump sum is a one-off amount of money. They can count in your income test and may affect your payment from us.
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.
Relationship details - Separated under one roof form (SS293)
Use this form if you’re separated but live under the same roof as your ex-partner. This is so we can assess whether to pay you as a single person or as a member of a couple.
Who can get Carer Allowance
To get this payment, both you and the person you care for need to meet some rules.
How much Carer Allowance you can get
Carer Allowance is $162.60 each fortnight.
Rules for the person you care for to get Carer Payment
The person you care for must meet rules for you to get Carer Payment.
How we use adjusted taxable income
What you claim determines how we work out your adjusted taxable income.
Proving your identity over the phone with Centrelink
How to prove who you are over the phone.
How much Carer Payment you can get
There are different rates of Carer Payment for single and partnered people.