How to claim Carer Payment
Complete the following steps to claim Carer Payment. Before you start, check if you can get it.
When you call Centrelink phone self service
When you call, have both your Customer Access Number (CAN) and PIN, if you haven't created a voiceprint.
What are the alternative names for essential medical equipment
Sometimes eligible medical equipment for the Essential Medical Equipment Payment (EMEP) might have a different name.
Social media in Services Australia
We use social media to communicate with the public and our stakeholders about our payments and services.
Income and assets test for Carer Payment
Your rate of Carer Payment depends on what you get paid and own. The person you provide care for also has to have income and assets under certain limits.
The Child Wellbeing subsidy
You need to meet certain criteria to be eligible for the Additional Child Care Subsidy Child Wellbeing.
Interest rate for loans under the Home Equity Access Scheme
We charge an annual interest rate of 3.95% that compounds each fortnight on the Home Equity Access Scheme loan balance.
Supporting documents for Disability Support Pension
We’ll ask you for some documents to support your claim for Disability Support Pension.
How a Work Bonus works
The Work Bonus reduces the amount of your eligible income that is calculated in the income test. This helps us work out your rate of payment.
Living and study requirements for Assistance for Isolated Children
Your child’s living and study arrangements will determine which allowance or supplement you get.