Centrelink

Bereavement Allowances & Payments

The death of a person does not only carry the emotional shock, there may be a financial shock. As a pensioner, the cost of a funeral may be difficult to afford. Centrelink offers Bereavement Allowances & Payments for a specified amount and period for those who meet the eligibility criteria.

For example, those under a couple’s pension may qualify for a lump sum Bereavement Payment, usually equal to the amount you would have received jointly less your single rate for up to 14 weeks. The amount paid depends on your individual circumstances.

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