Carer Payment is an income support payment for people who provide constant care to someone with a severe disability, illness or an adult who is frail aged. Eligibility can depend on the care recipient’s medical needs, your income and assets, residence rules and whether you meet Services Australia’s caring requirements. You may also qualify for Carer Allowance, which is a separate payment with different rules. Check the current criteria and payment rates on servicesaustralia.gov.au, as Services Australia decides each claim based on individual circumstances.