Search results

Showing 31 to 40 of 274 results

Eligibility for Transition to Independent Living Allowance

… left the care of the state or territory statutory department after the age of 15 years and was last in that department’s care for a continuous … left the care of the state or territory statutory department after the age of 15 years and was last in that department’s care for a continuous …

Support for students and apprentices

Support for students and apprentices Youth Allowance for students and Australian apprentices Youth Allowance (student) is a means tested payment for full-time students and Australian apprentices aged 16-24 years.  Visit the Services Australia website for more information about Youth Allowance (Opens in a new …

Early childhood

Early childhood Programs, resources and support   Resources are available to help parents and carers during early childhood.   Supporting childhood development   The Communities for Children Facilitating Partners (CfC FP) program supports early childhood development and wellbeing in disadvantaged communities.   Learn …

Information and resources for service users

… the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) or Disability Support Pension paid under the  Social Security Act 1991 . The DSI Act establishes a … the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) or Disability Support Pension paid under the  Social Security Act 1991 . The DSI Act establishes a …

National Carers Strategy Advisory Committee members

… up as a young carer and has been an advocate for young carers since the age of 13. She previously worked at Little Dreamers and is now involved in … up as a young carer and has been an advocate for young carers since the age of 13. She previously worked at Little Dreamers and is now involved in …

Assessment process for masters courses

Assessment process for masters courses Qualifying as an approved course To qualify as an approved course for student payments purposes, a masters course must be:  approved by the Minister for Social Services  listed in the Student Assistance (Education Institutions and Courses) Determination 2019 (Opens in a new …

Early Childhood Intervention Services and Supports

Early Childhood Intervention Services and Supports About early childhood supports   We deliver a National Early Childhood Program to support children with disability or developmental concerns (the NECP).    These services include:   support for children   support for parents and carers   online information and …

Guide to the List of Recognised Disabilities

… or is likely to be, dependent for mobility indoors and outdoors from the age of 3 onwards. Example: A child who has cerebral palsy, lower limb … constant care and attention where the child is less than 6 months of age. Epilepsy (uncontrolled while on medication).  Chromosomal or syndromic … is required with feeding or toileting to a greater degree than is age appropriate for the child.  Gastroenterological condition or other …

Leaving care plans

… 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.  … 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.  …

Budget 2024–25

Budget 2024–25 Portfolio Budget Statements Portfolio Budget Statements 2024–25 - Social Services Minister’s media releases Relieving cost of living pressures for pensioners and income support recipients (Opens in a new tab/window) Budget delivers for people with disability (Opens in a new tab/window) Working to keep …