If you already receive a payment from the government (eg a Disability Support Pension), this supplement can help you to find a job by completing further study. It helps with the costs of full-time or part-time study in an approved course.

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provides a package of financial support tailored for the needs of each person with disability. The support is designed to provide the services you need for your health and wellbeing.

Information for new migrants about managing your finances.

You may be eligible for an extra payment if you’re a young person with disability and on an income support payment.

NILS offers people on low incomes, safe and affordable access to credit. Borrow up to $2000 for essentials such as appliances or furniture, car repairs or rego, a new phone or laptop, or medical, dental or vet expenses, and up to $3000 for housing-related expenses such as bond or rent-in-advance, or for recovery from a natural disaster.

You may be eligible to receive help with travel costs for work, study or looking for work if you have a disability, illness or injury that means you can’t use public transport.

There could be financial help if you’re between 22 and Age Pension age and looking for work. Jobseeker could also be for when you’re sick or injured and can’t do your usual work or study for a short time.

If you’re impacted by COVID-19, you may be eligible for financial help depending on your situation. The rules are different for each payment.