Assessing parents moving frequently for Youth Allowance (YA) at the away from home rate 010-06040060

Policy

Social Security Guide 3.2.6.10 Qualification for away from home rate of YA

Social Security Guide 3.2.6.20 Rules that determine the need to live away from home for YA

Social Security Guide 3.2.6.30 Commencement & cessation of away from home rate of YA

YA customers who are living away from home may qualify for Rent Assistance (RA). To check eligibility and entitlement, see Social Security Guide 3.8.1 RA - qualification & payability

Legislation

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Social Security Act 1991

• section 1067D(1), Person required to live away from home
• section 1067E, Person living at home
• section 1067A(1), When a person is regarded as independent
• section 1067G-B2, Person who is not independent