For the purposes of CA (child), education, training or treatment (other than treatment in hospital) refers to the provision of these services for a child with a disability (1.1.C.144) during a temporary absence from the family home. The terms 'education', 'training' and 'treatment' each have the ordinary meaning of these words except that 'treatment' means treatment other than that provided by a hospital.
Act reference: SSAct section 957 Effect of cessation of care etc. on carer allowance
Policy reference: SS Guide 1.1.R.250 Respite care, 3.6.7.50 Qualification for CA during Temporary Cessation of Care, 3.6.7.60 Qualification during Temporary Absence from the Private Home - Hospitalisation (CA)
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Last reviewed: 3 November 2008