1.1.M.30 Manifest (DSP)

Definition

For the purposes of DSP, manifest means that the person is clearly and obviously qualified for DSP, based on the presenting medical evidence (1.1.M.100).

Manifest grants may only be made to a person with:

• a terminal illness (life expectancy of less than 2 years with significantly reduced work capacity during this period),
• permanent blindness (meets the test for permanent blindness for social security purposes),
• an intellectual disability where supporting documentation clearly indicated an IQ of less than 70,
• an assessment indication that they require nursing home level care,
• category 4 HIV/AIDS, or
• in receipt of a DVA disability pension at special rate (totally and permanently incapacitated (TPI)).

Policy reference: SS Guide 3.6.1.10 Qualification for DSP - 30 Hour Rule, 3.6.1.12 Qualification for DSP - 15 Hour Rule, 3.6.2.20 Manifest Grants & Rejections for DSP

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Last reviewed: 1 July 2011