You must download our forms and fill them in so they are processed quickly. You can also electronically sign some of our forms. We have help available if you use assistive technology.
Check if you’re a carer or close relative for aged care purposes before you complete an assessment.
Download and complete the Aged Care Carer or close relative assessment form.
Use this form if you’re not getting an income support payment from us.
Apply online
You may also complete this assessment online if the person moving into an aged care home submitted an online Aged care calculation of your cost of care application.
The form will tell you what documents to provide with your Aged Care Carer or close relative assessment and how to return all of these to us.
If you get an income support payment, you need to give us permission to do this assessment. To do this, call the Aged Care Line.