Most useful information for caring for elderly

Asset types

Assets are property or items you or your partner own in full or part, or have an interest in. They can affect your payment.

1. Getting aged care services
2. Most useful information

Residential aged care calculation of your cost of care form (SA457)

Use this form to give us your financial details. Don’t use this form if you get a relevant income support payment.

Employment income

This is pay you get for work you've done for an employer.

1. Top payments
2. Carer Allowance

How much Carer Allowance you can get

Carer Allowance is $159.30 each fortnight.

Employment income reporting

You must tell us the gross employment income you and your partner get so we can pay you the right amount.

1. Housing
2. Most useful information

Real estate details form (MOD R)

Use this form to let us know your share of a property's asset value and income.

Proving your identity over the phone with Centrelink

How to prove who you are over the phone.

1. Elder health and safety
2. Most useful information

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.

When to report your income to Centrelink

If you’re getting an income support payment, we’ll tell you when you need to report any other income you get.

1. Caring for someone
2. Most useful information

Claim for Essential Medical Equipment Payment form (SA440)

Use this form if you are claiming for the Essential Medical Equipment Payment (EMEP).