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Carer Allowance |
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Year Introduced: 1998—introduced to replace other benefits and allowances Type of legislation: Social insurance |
For more information go to:
· Centrelink (Australian government web site) |
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Description of program: Like the Carer Payment, the Carer Allowance is also based on an assessment of the person being supported but is not means tested. It is $42.65 per week (approximately US $23.50 per week).
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