The Guides to Social Policy Law is a collection of publications designed to assist decision makers administering social policy law. The information contained in this publication is intended only as a guide to relevant legislation/policy. The information is accurate as at the date listed at the bottom of the page, but may be subject to change. To discuss individual circumstances please contact Services Australia.

1.1.C.360 CP (adult)

Definition

CP (adult) refers to CP paid to a person qualified for CP for care provided to:

Note: For the purposes of CP an adult is a person aged 16 years or over.

Act reference: SSAct section 198 Qualification—disabled adult or disabled adult and dependent child

Policy reference: SS Guide 1.2.5.20 Carer payment (CP) - description, 3.6.4.10 Qualification for CP

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