How much you can get on the Continence Aids Payment Scheme
Information about how much you can get, how we pay and why it won’t count as income.
Who can get the Continence Aids Payment Scheme
You need to meet eligibility for the Continence Aids Payment Scheme (CAPS).
Residence rules for the Continence Aids Payment Scheme
To be eligible for the Continence Aids Payment Scheme you must meet residency requirements.
How to apply for the Continence Aids Payment Scheme
Complete the following steps to apply for the Continence Aids Payment Scheme (CAPS).
Not meeting eligibility for the Continence Aids Payment Scheme
You may not access CAPS if you don’t meet eligibility.
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.
Eligibility for gifting concessions to a Special Disability Trust
To be eligible for the gifting concession immediate family members must meet certain criteria.
Benefits of Special Disability Trusts
If you have a Special Disability Trust you may get a gifting concession and assets test assessment exemption.
Home Care Package - Calculation of your cost of home care form (SA456)
Use this form to give us your financial details. Don’t use this form if you get a relevant income support payment.
How we can help you with My Aged Care face-to-face services
Our service officers and specialist staff can help you with your aged care matters. We can help you with information, access and referrals to face-to-face My Aged Care services.