Carer discounts : tips and tricks to help you financially
With the cost of living rising , it can be difficult to make ends meet . It ’ s always good to have some tips and tricks up your sleeve to help stretch your money a little further . If you are a carer in Victoria , you may be eligible for government payments and discount schemes that can help lessen the financial burden .
Carer Payment
The Carer Payment is for people who provide daily care to a family member or friend and are unable to work full-time due to their caring responsibilities . Carers may also be eligible for the Carer Allowance , a payment designed to help with the costs of caring for someone with a disability or chronic illness .
To learn whether you are eligible , visit servicesaustralia . gov . au / carer-payment To claim a payment , visit servicesaustralia . gov . au / howto-claim-carer-payment and follow the instructions
Carer Card
The Carer Card provides you with discounts for different goods , services and activities such as public transport , movie tickets and other leisure activities for yourself or your care recipient . The Carer Card is available for carers who receive the Carer Payment or Carer Allowance , as well as carers who provide care on a voluntary basis .
As a carer card holder , eligible carers can get concession fares , free weekend travel and free travel during Carers Week . Find out more information at carercard . vic . gov . au Apply for a card at carercard . vic . gov . au / applycard
Companion Card
If you accompany your care recipient to participating venues and events , you may be entitled to free admission .
Find out more at companioncard . vic . gov . au
Victorian Energy Saving Bonus
To be eligible for the Victorian Energy Saving bonus , you must reside in Victoria and have a utility bill to your name , either an electricity or a gas bill . Follow the link to compare and check whether you are paying a fair price for your energy and get a $ 250 bonus in your bank account to put toward your bills . Please note , there ’ s only one application per household limit and you have until the end of August to complete the application . Complete the application at Victoria Energy Compare website .
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