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Copyright

Copyright Copyright on our websites   The Commonwealth of Australia as represented by the Department of Social Services (the department) encourages the dissemination and exchange of information provided on all websites owned and administered by the department.   Unless otherwise noted, the department owns copyright on …

Footprints in Time participant privacy

Footprints in Time participant privacy Survey participant privacy Your privacy is very important to us. Strict procedures ensure that only authorised people have access to your information. Interviewers, researchers and others involved in the study comply with the Privacy Act 1988 (Opens in a new tab/window) (Cth).  …

Eligibility for Transition to Independent Living Allowance

Eligibility for Transition to Independent Living Allowance Leaving formal care  If you are leaving or have already left formal care you may be eligible to receive the TILA. This payment helps you transition to independent living. You can be moving out to your own place or still living with your care family.  Formal …

Leaving care plans

Leaving care plans About leaving care plans  A leaving care plan is also called a transition from care plan. The young person and their caseworker develop the plan. This is usually when the young person turns 15 years of age. The plan helps them transition from out-of-home care to independence.  Each plan is different …

Using Transition to Independent Living Allowance

Using Transition to Independent Living Allowance About using the allowance  The following information can help you identify which goods and services TILA can be used for and which cannot. The TILA – Guide for Young People provides step by step instructions to help you apply for TILA. You can print out the What can …

Reconnect service providers

Reconnect service providers Resources for service providers The following resources support Reconnect service providers to deliver the Reconnect program and meet the requirements of their grant agreements. Operational Guidelines The Reconnect Operational Guidelines 2023-2026 provide the operational framework for …

Development of Australia’s Disability Strategy

Development of Australia’s Disability Strategy Reviews and inquiries   Several reviews and inquiries looked at the National Disability Strategy 2010–2020 (original Strategy) implementation.   Major reviews   Visit the Australian Parliament House website for the Senate Inquiry – Community Affairs References Committee: …

Carer Gateway: support for carers

Carer Gateway: support for carers About Carer Gateway The Integrated Carer Support Service model, known as  Carer Gateway (Opens in a new tab/window) , was designed based on evidence that shows the best way to support carers is to help them early in their caring role.     Carer Gateway supports carers with a range of …

Financial support for young carers

Financial support for young carers About the program The Young Carer Bursary Program assists young carers aged 12-25 years to continue their education. It provides financial assistance to reduce their need to undertake part-time work while studying and managing caring responsibilities. Each bursary is valued at …

What we offer

What we offer Our employment conditions Where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your contribution valued. We are committed to helping staff maintain a healthy work-life balance. We offer a range of flexible and family-friendly working arrangements. We also offer a suite of attractive employment …