Temporary cessation of care (respite) for more than 63 days 009-06010090

Policy

Definitions

Social Security Guide 1.1.R.250 Respite care

Carer Payment (CP)

Social Security Guide 3.6.4.50 Qualification for CP during temporary absence from the private home - hospitalisation

Social Security Guide 3.6.4.40 Qualification for CP during temporary cessation of care

Carer Allowance (CA)

Social Security Guide 3.6.7.60 Qualification during temporary absence from the private home - hospitalisation (CA)

Social Security Guide 3.6.7.50 Qualification for CA during temporary cessation of care

Legislation

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Carer Payment (CP)

Social Security Act 1991

• section 198AA, Qualification for carer payment - hospitalisation
• section 198AC, Effect of cessation of care etc. on Carer Payment
• section 198AD, Ex-WP qualification for CP

Carer Allowance (CA)

Social Security Act 1991

• section 955, Qualification for carer allowance - hospitalisation
• section 957, Effect of cessation of care etc. on Carer Allowance