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).
How to apply for the Continence Aids Payment Scheme
Complete the following steps to apply for the Continence Aids Payment Scheme (CAPS).
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.
Residence rules for the Continence Aids Payment Scheme
To be eligible for the Continence Aids Payment Scheme you must meet residency requirements.
Thinking about getting aged care services
If you’re thinking about getting some help around the house or entering an aged care home, there are services and support that can help.
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.
Supporting documents for an aged care calculation of your cost of care
When applying for an aged care calculation of your cost of care, you’ll need to give us some supporting documents.
Aged care calculation of your cost of care if you get an income support payment
We may have your financial details if you get a relevant income support payment from us or the Department of Veterans’ Affairs.
Who should apply for an aged care calculation of your cost of care
You should apply for an aged care calculation of your cost of care if you’re thinking about accessing aged care services. You can also apply if you’re getting aged care services.