Eligibility for Carer Payment (CP) under the Lower Adult Disability Assessment (ADAT) Tool 009-04010010

Policy

Social Security Guide, 3.6.4.10, Qualification for CP

Social Security Guide, 3.6.4.50, Qualification for CP during Temporary Absence from the Private Home - Hospitalisation

Social Security Guide, 1.1.L.130, Lower ADAT score adult (CP (adult))

Social Security Guide, 1.1.A.78, Adult Disability Assessment Tool (ADAT) (CA (adult), CP)

Legislation

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Social Security Act 1991

• section 198, Qualification for carer payment
• section 197, Definitions
• section 197A, Overview - circumstances in which person is qualified for carer payment