New caregiver applies for benefit

When a new caregiver applies for Orphans Benefit or Unsupported Childs Benefit, you will need to obtain verification from the previous caregiver that the child is no longer in their care.

If the new caregiver meets the all qualifications, and there has been no change in the circumstances of the child's parents, then Orphans Benefit or Unsupported Childs Benefit, and Clothing Allowance for Orphans and Unsupported children can be paid to the new caregiver.

When any application for Orphans Benefit or Unsupported Childs Benefit is granted, and Clothing Allowance for Orphans and Unsupported children is also granted, and entitlement to an Establishment Grant can be considered.

For more information see:

• Qualifications
• Establishment Grant [no link find out why]
• Child Support