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For the purposes of CP, permanently or for an extended period means for a period of 6 months or more, unless the care receiver (1.1.C.21) has been certified by a medical professional as being in the final stage of a terminal illness (1.1.T.86).
Policy reference: SS Guide 3.6.4 CP - Qualification & Payability
For the purposes of CA, permanently or for an extended period means 12 months or more unless the care receiver (1.1.C.21) has been certified by a medical professional as being in the final stage of a terminal illness (1.1.T.86).
Exception: If the person has been certified by a medical professional as being in the final stage of a terminal illness, it is accepted that the care and attention is required permanently, even if the person is expected to live less than 12 months.
Act reference: SSAct section 952 Carer allowance definitions
Policy reference: SS Guide 1.1.C.144 Child with a disability (CA), 1.1.A.79 Adult with a disability (CA, CP), 1.1.C.10 Care & attention (CA)
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Last reviewed: 1 July 2009
