Crisis and other help
We can help if you’re in severe financial hardship, recovering from a disaster, or need special assistance.
Claim for a Health Care Card form (SS050)
Use this form to claim a Low Income Health Care Card or a Health Care Card for a foster child.
How to claim Ex-Carer Allowance (Child) Health Care Card
Complete the following steps to claim an Ex-Carer Allowance (Child) Health Care Card. Before you start, check if you can get it.
Who can get Nth Qld Floods, Jan - Feb 2025 - Disaster Recovery Allowance
You must meet eligibility rules to get Disaster Recovery Allowance (DRA).
Transfer Carer Payment or Carer Allowance from child to adult
When a child in your care is turning 16, you can apply to transfer your Carer Payment or Carer Allowance from a child to an adult. Do this to keep getting paid.
What the Nth Qld Floods, Jan - Feb 2025 - Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment is
Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP) is a lump sum payment to help you if you’ve been directly affected by this declared disaster.
Caring for a child with disability as they get older
There may be different things you need to consider as your child with disability gets older. There’s information and support to help you.
Parent Pathways
If you’re a parent or carer for a child under 6 years, you may be able to get help to identify and work towards your goals.
Claim for Essential Medical Equipment Payment form (SA440)
Use this form if you are claiming for the Essential Medical Equipment Payment (EMEP).
Centrelink online account help - Add a nominee
Instructions on how to add a nominee using your Centrelink online account.