Assets test for Carer Payment
The assets test helps us work out if you can get paid Carer Payment. It also affects how much you'll get.
Real estate details form (MOD R)
Use this form to let us know your share of a property's asset value and income.
How much Carer Payment you can get
There are different rates of Carer Payment for single and partnered people.
Carer Payment and/or Carer Allowance Medical Report for a person 16 years or over form (SA332A)
Use this form as part of the assessment of eligibility for Carer Payment, Carer Allowance or Special Disability Trust beneficiary status.
Income streams
These are regular payments made from your superannuation fund or purchased using either superannuation money or savings.
Income
Most types of income count in your income test. We use this and your assets test to assess if you can get a payment, and to calculate your rate of payment.
Residential aged care property details for Services Australia and DVA customers form (SA485)
Use this form to give us your home details if you get a relevant income support payment.
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.
Real estate assets
Information about how real estate assets affect your payment under the assets test.
Claim for a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card form (SA296)
Use this form to claim a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card if you are age pension age.