The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides social grants to support those who are in need of financial assistance. These grants are intended to help improve the standard of living for individuals who cannot support themselves or their families due to a variety of reasons, including old age, disability, and unemployment. In this article, we will discuss who is eligible for SASSA grants.
Old Age Pension
The Old Age Pension is available to South African citizens and permanent residents who are 60 years or older. Applicants must meet the means test, which is based on their income and assets. As of April 2023, the maximum monthly amount payable for an Old Age Pension is R1940.
Disability Grant
The Disability Grant is available to South African citizens and permanent residents who are medically certified as disabled and unable to work. The disability must be expected to last for at least 12 months. The means test is applied to determine eligibility, and the maximum monthly amount payable for a Disability Grant is R1940 as of April 2023.
War Veterans Grant
The War Veterans Grant is available to South African citizens and permanent residents who served in the South African Defence Force or any of its allies during World War II or the Korean War. Applicants must meet the means test, and the maximum monthly amount payable for a War Veterans Grant is R1940 as of April 2023.
Child Support Grant
The Child Support Grant is available to South African citizens and permanent residents who are responsible for the care of a child or children under the age of 18. Applicants must meet the means test, and the maximum monthly amount payable for a Child Support Grant is R480 per child as of April 2023.
Foster Child Grant
The Foster Child Grant is available to South African citizens and permanent residents who are responsible for the care of a child or children who are not their biological children. The children must be under the age of 18, and applicants must meet the means test. The maximum monthly amount payable for a Foster Child Grant is R1270 per child as of April 2023.
Care Dependency Grant
The Care Dependency Grant is available to South African citizens and permanent residents who are responsible for the care of a child or children under the age of 18 who have a severe disability and require full-time care. Applicants must meet the means test, and the maximum monthly amount payable for a Care Dependency Grant is R1940 per child as of April 2023.
Social Relief of Distress
Social Relief of Distress is available to South African citizens and permanent residents who are experiencing temporary financial hardship due to unforeseen circumstances such as job loss, natural disasters, or illness. Applicants must meet the means test, and the amount payable is determined on a case-by-case basis.
In conclusion, SASSA grants are available to those who meet the eligibility criteria for each grant. The means test is applied to determine eligibility for most grants, and the maximum monthly amount payable varies depending on the grant. Those who are in need of financial assistance should consider applying for a SASSA grant that they are eligible for.