How to use Special Disability Trust funds
The funds of a Special Disability Trust are intended to meet the reasonable care and accommodation needs of the principal beneficiary.
Trust contributions to a Special Disability Trust
A special disability trust can have contributions or gifts of assets to any value made to it.
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.
How to manage your aged care costs if you get an aged care calculation of your cost of care
Information about how to manage your aged care costs after you get an aged care calculation of your cost of care from us.
How to apply for aged care calculation your cost care by form
If you can't apply online, complete the following steps to get an aged care calculation of your cost of care by using a form.
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.
Someone to act on your behalf for the Continence Aids Payment Scheme
You can nominate another person to act on your behalf for the Continence Aids Payment Scheme (CAPS).
Benefits of Special Disability Trusts
If you have a Special Disability Trust you may get a gifting concession and assets test assessment exemption.
The principal beneficiary of a Special Disability Trust
To be eligible to be a principal beneficiary of a Special Disability Trust, the person with a disability must meet the definition of severe disability.
Eligibility for gifting concessions to a Special Disability Trust
To be eligible for the gifting concession immediate family members must meet certain criteria.