Clients with existing debt

When deciding whether to approve an Accommodation Security Cover Grant, MSD may consider the existing debt of the client and their partner (if any). Existing debt includes both MSD debt and non-MSD debt.

A client's existing debt repayments may impact their ability to repay an Accommodation Security Cover Grant.

When a client has existing MSD debt, MSD may consider whether it is appropriate to reduce those repayments to allow for the repayment of the Accommodation Security Cover Grant.

When a client is getting all the financial assistance they qualify for, but are not likely to be able to repay an amount paid for an Accommodation Security Cover Grant, the grant may be declined.