AVAILABLE ALLOWANCES
Depending on your personal circumstances, you may be eligible for a government allowance to help assist you with the funeral costs. Talk to us as soon as possible and we can offer you assistance with which government departments for you to approach.
Department of Social Security
Entitlements are often available for the following people:
• Married Pensioners
• Single Pensioners
• Carer's Pensioners
• Sole Parent Pensioners.
Department of Veterans' Affairs
If the deceased was an ex-service person you are entitled to make a claim for a burial allowance. We advise you to contact the relevant department for more information and the necessary application forms.