Aged & Disability Care – What Can I Claim?
You may be able to salary package eligible childcare, disability care or aged care expenses if this benefit is offered by your employer, the care is provided by a registered provider for your child, parent, partner or dependant, and you have paid the cost directly.
What you can claim
- Eligible childcare, disability care or aged care expenses paid by you
- Care provided by a registered childcare, disability care or aged care provider
- Care costs for your child, parent, partner or dependent
What you can't claim
- Care costs for anyone other than your child, parent, partner or dependent
- Costs that were incurred or paid by someone else
- Care provided by an unregistered provider
Documentation Requirements
What documents do I need?
You’ll need documentation that shows the care provider, the type of care provided, who the care was for, and the amount charged. The documentation should support that the provider is registered and that the care relates to an eligible family member or dependent.
What proof of payment can I provide?
Proof of payment may be required if the invoice or receipt does not show that the amount has been paid in full. This may include a receipt, bank statement, or other payment evidence.
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Examples
Can I claim registered childcare costs for my child?
Emily paid childcare fees directly to a registered childcare provider for the care of her child. Care costs provided by a registered provider may be an eligible expense, so Emily can submit a claim as long as she provides a copy of the tax invoice, along with proof of payment.*
Can I claim aged care costs for my parent?
Noah paid aged care fees directly to a registered aged care provider for his parent, who requires nursing care due to old age. Aged care costs may be an eligible expense in these circumstances, so Noah can submit a claim as long as he provides a copy of the tax invoice, along with proof of payment.*
Can I claim care provided by an unregistered provider?
Sophia paid for care services provided by an individual who is not a registered childcare, disability care or aged care provider. Care expenses must be provided by a registered provider to be eligible, so Sophia cannot submit a claim for this expense.*
Can I claim care costs paid by another family member?
Lucas receives care services from a registered provider, but the costs were paid by another family member. Eligible care expenses must be paid directly by the claimant, so Lucas cannot submit a claim for this expense.*