Government payments and NDIS

Government payments

There are different types of financial help available from the Australian Government depending on the type and seriousness of your injury, including:

• Jobseeker Payment - if your injury stops you from doing your usual work or study for a short time
• Disability Support Pension
• Child Disability Assistance Payment
• Mobility Allowance
• Pensioner Education Supplement
• Telephone Allowance
• Rent Assistance.

For veterans

If you're a veteran, you may be able to get an income support payment from the Department of Veterans’ Affairs.

For carers

If you are caring for someone recovering from a serious injury, you may be eligible for financial help and other services through the Australian Government's Carer Payment.

For victims of violent crime

If the injury was the result of a violent crime, you may be eligible for counselling and financial support offered by NSW Communities and Justice as part of its Victims Support Scheme.

Check what payments and services you can get with the Payment and Service Finder at Services Australia.

National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)

Some serious injuries can result in a permanent disability, changing the way you work and live.

In such cases, you may be able to get help with costs and support programs under the NDIS.

The NDIS helps eligible people access a range of government and community services.

It is available to people aged between 7 and 65 years. Other eligibility rules apply.

Children under 7 with a disability or developmental delay may be eligible for the early childhood approach through the NDIS.

Find out more about the National Disability Insurance Scheme.