Carer Adjustment Payment

Carer Adjustment Payment is a one off payment available to assist families with the increased care needs of a young child aged 0-6 years as a result of a sudden severe illness or accident.

Families may qualify for assistance where:

• the child, aged 0-6 years, has been diagnosed with a major disability, severe illness or medical condition following a catastrophic event
• the child has significant care needs, requiring full-time care from the carer for a minimum of two months following the incident
• the child's carer qualifies for Carer Allowance in respect of the child
• the carer is not qualified for and receiving Carer Payment
• the carer and/or their partner is not qualified for and receiving an alternative income support payment
• the carer is able to demonstrate a very strong need for financial support during the adjustment period after the catastrophic event