Special Disability Allowance
Special Disability Allowance is a weekly payment for people who have a spouse or partner who is in a hospital or rest home (for at least 13 weeks) or who is getting a Residential Care Subsidy.
It is paid to the spouse or partner who is not in care to help with the extra costs of having their spouse or partner in care.
Who can get it
You may get a Special Disability Allowance if:
- you are getting a benefit or pension
- your spouse or partner is getting a Residential Care Subsidy or has been in hospital or a rest home for over 13 weeks.
This information is a guide only. Contact us to talk about your individual circumstances.
For more information
If you'd like more information read:
Disability assistance
A guide about the Disability Allowance, Special Disability Allowance, Modification Grant, and Child Disability Allowance.
Residential Care Subsidy
Financial assistance for people in rest homes or hospital.