The Howard government has established a new interim ex-gratia financial assistance scheme in May 2007 to better support families with a child under six with a major disability (e.g. child under exceptional circumstances) following a catastrophic event. The Carer Adjustment Payment is intended to assist families to adjust following a catastrophic
event where a child aged 0-6 years old is diagnosed with a severe illness or medical condition or a major disability. The Carer Adjustment Payment is a one-off non-taxable payment available to families in exceptional circumstances. The maximum amount available to any family is $10 000 for each child in a single catastrophic event. Many families are using this small ex-gratia payment to purchase home modifications. For more information about CAPS eligibility call Centrelink on 13 2717, or go to Centrelink's website at www.centrelink.gov.au
New Carer Adjusted Payment (CAPS) money to purchase home modifications
Submitted by CBridge on Thu, 11/10/2007 - 18:50.
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