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1.1.L.130 Lower ADAT score adult (CP (adult))

Definition

For the purpose of CP a lower ADAT (1.1.A.78) score adult is a person who has been assessed, rated and given a score of at least 20 under the ADAT with the THP component of the score being a minimum of 8.

Act reference: SSAct section 197(1)-'lower ADAT score adult', section 197D Qualification-disabled adult and one or more children each with a disability or medical condition, section 198 Qualification-disabled adult or disabled adult and dependent child

Policy reference: SS Guide 3.6.4.10 Qualification for CP, 3.6.4.36 Qualification for CP (child) - multiple care

Last reviewed: 15 August 2022

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