3.2.5 YA & DSP for Independent Young People

Introduction

This section deals ONLY with the rules for qualifying as an independent young person for YA and DSP.

Policy reference: SS Guide 1.2.1.20 Youth Allowance (YA) - Description, 5.1.5.10 DSP - Current Rates

In this section

This section contains the following topics:

3.2.5.10 Qualification for YA & DSP as an Independent Young Person

3.2.5.20 De Facto Relationships (YA & DSP)

3.2.5.30 Unreasonable to Live at Home (YA & DSP)

3.2.5.40 Assessment of Extreme Family Breakdown & Other Similar Exceptional Circumstances

3.2.5.50 Assessment of Serious Risk

3.2.5.60 Parents Unable to Provide a Home (YA & DSP)

3.2.5.70 Assessment & Mandatory Procedures for YA & DSP - Unreasonable to Live at Home

3.2.5.80 YA & DSP - Self-supporting through Paid Employment

3.2.5.90 Education or Employment Disadvantage (YA & DSP)

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Last reviewed: 1 July 2010